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King Louis XVI added to the French National debt which had been in existence since Louis XIV built Versailles. The French had lost much of their North American Empire during the Seven Years Wars and were anxious to do damage to the United Kingdom in every possible way. Supporting the American Revolution seemed like a good Pay Back for France.
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What economic troubles did France face in 1798 and how did they lead to further unrest?
France was going broke after supporting the American Revolution. Also the king and his wife spent huge amounts on themselves neglecting the population
What is one way that American Revolution contribute to the start of the French Revolution?
the cost of supporting the american revolution caused the french king to propose tax increases
Why did the king run out of money in the French Revolution?
He had inherited a large National debt and had increased it by supporting the American Revolution.
Who was king loui xvi?
The King of France when the French Revolution happened.
How did King Louis the 16th help start the French Revolution?
He added to the French National debt by supporting the United States during the American Revolution.
Who was the French king during the American Revolutionary War?
It depends on the French Revolution in question:French Revolution of 1789-1799: King Louis XVI / replaced with First RepublicJuly Revolution of 1830: King Charles X / replaced with King Louis Philippe IThe June Rebellion of 1832: King Louis Philippe I / survived the revolutionThe French Revolution of 1848: King Louis Philippe I / replaced with Second Republic
Were French colonies ruled by a king?
one of them was Jacques Cartier. He led the first major expedition in the New World.
Which came first American revolution or Declaration of Independence?
The American Revolution came first. King Louis XV who was the King in France (the one that was overthrown and sent to the guillotine during the french revolution) actually gave money to help the American cause. The Americans could not have won the war if they had not received financial & political support from France.
Who was the king of france during the time of unrest?
There was no King, the revolution executed the king early on in the revolution.
Who was the leader of France during the revolution?
During the revolution, France was a monarchy. The King of France at that time was Louis XVI.
What did the king offer the African-Americans in the American Revolution?
What did the king offer to the African Americans in the American revolution
Who was the british monarche during the American Revolution?
who was the british monarch at the time of the american revolution
