Louis XIV

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Louis XIV (1638-1715) was the king of France (1643-1715). The third monarch of the Bourbon family, Louis ruled France for 72 years, the longest reign in European history. During his reign, Louis typified the absolute monarchy of the Neoclassical age, established a sumptuous court at Versailles, and fought most of Europe in four wars.

Biography

Early Life

Louis XIV was born to Louis XIII and Anne of Austria at Saint-Germain-en-Laye on September 5, 1638. He succeeded his father on the throne at the age of four.

King

The European Wars

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