Before the French Revolution

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Before the French Revolution The French Monarchy Before the French Revolution

Louis XIV: The Sun King “Etat c’est moi” Ruled France for 72 years Moved the center of power to Versailles Palace Ruled the kingdom on his own with few ministers Made Versailles and his life the center for nobles’ lives

Life at Versailles The Hall of Mirrors The Royal Getting Up The Exterior of the Palace

Louis XVI: Not prepared to rule: He left decisions to others Laws were different in different parts of the country Taxes for moving in the country makes trade difficult Many different languages spoken throughout the county (German, Breton, local dialects, French) Marries Marie Antoinette

Marie Antoinette (Louis xvi’s wife) Austrian, not a big fan of French culture or customs Large spending habits when people in her country couldn’t afford to eat Meddled in running the country but no experience Offended a lot of people (play farm, spending money, influencing politics)

What differences do you Notice? The French Royalty The French Peasants What are they wearing? What emotions might they be feeling? What might they do for a living?