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What was the economic problems created by Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI?
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Support for the American Revolution put a great strain on the French economy.
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How did the economic crisis contribute to the revolutionary mood in France?
The royals ex: King Louis XIV and Marie-Antoinette had all the money while the "common folk" had barly engough to eat so when taxes were raised that drove them over board.I've study French for 6 years so if my info seems off it probably not...
Who was Louis XIV's economic adviser who developed the policy of mercantilism?
Jean Baptiste Colbert
What economic troubles did France face in 1789?
France was basically bankrupt. King Louis XVI gave millions of dollars to the Americans in their fight for independence from England. Marie Antoinette spent money lavishly every day. King Louis XVI tried raising taxes on the Third Estate of France (the commoners )which was 97% of the population. The Third Estate revolted, broke away from the Estates General (the French legislature) and formed its own legislature, the National Assembly. After the storming of the Bastille, the National Assembly took control of the government and dramatically changed the tax structure of France.
Can you describe the social inequalities and economic problems in France that led to the revolt in 1830 to 1848?
In 1830, middle-class citizens resented the privileges of the French aristocracy and wanted the government to extend suffrage. Working-class people demanded decent pay. Louis Philippe's policies favored the middle class over the workers. An economic slump in the 1840s caused additional unrest, and workers rioted against the upper- and middle-class interests that controlled the government.
Why was economic condition of France so poor during the reign of Louis xvi?
During the Seven Year's War France lost most of its overseas treasure to Great Britain. The resulting ecomnomic damage almost destroyed the monarchy. However, some of the economic was repaired in the 1760's by the minister, the duc de Choiseul but Louis XV left his successor, his grandson Louis XVI, a debt of 4000 million livres when he died in 1774. In 1788 the French government went bankrupt.
Who was kings Louis wife?
Louis XVI wife was Marie Antoinette
Was Louis XVI to blame for the French Revolution?
Because the economic problems in France probably date as far back as the Reign of Louis XIV and he inherited major French debts that were created by Louis XV.
Who was the wife of Louis XVI?
Marie Antoinette, an Austrian archduchess.Marie Antoinette.
What were two failures of Louis xiv?
failure to reform and economic problems.
Who was Louis xvi wife?
Louis XVI's wife was Marie Antoinette, an Austrian Archduchess.
Who was king when Louis and Marie Antoinette were married?
Louis's grandfather, Louis XV.
Why did the people want Louis the XVI and Marie Antoinette to go to Paris?
The French people wanted them to observe the problems that they were having with simple survival.
Who was Marie Antoinette's husband?
Louis XVI of France.
What was the inflation and discontent with the leadership of Louis XVI about?
Louis XVI's subject were discontent with his leadership because France was having serious financial problems and they blamed the monarchy's spending. He was married to Marie Antoinette.
Was the wife of Louis XVI?
Marie Antoinette
Who was Louis 16th Queen?
Marie Antoinette.
Who was Louis the 16ths wife?
Marie Antoinette
