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Why was economic condition of France so poor during the reign of Louis xvi?
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∙ 9y ago
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.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoUnfortunately, yes, he was. He was too kind, to softhearted.
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What economic troubles did France have in 1789?
}The Burden of Debt- Louis XIV had left France In a horrific debt. Then the Sevens Years" war and the American Revolution started. Since the war broke out the cost of everything was exspensive.To cover-up the expenses the government borrowed more money.
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.
Who was Louis XIV's economic adviser who developed the policy of mercantilism?
Jean Baptiste Colbert
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...
What was the economic problems created by Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI?
Support for the American Revolution put a great strain on the French economy.
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 condition was France in by the time Louis died?
At the time of Louis XIV's death on January 20, 1793, France had been declared a republic.
Who was the king of France during the Thirty Years War?
King Louis XV of France.
Who were king and queen of France before and during the french revolution?
Louis XVI. He was deposed and sent to the guillotine.
Louis XVI ruled France during?
The French Revolution.
Who was the king of France during 18Th century?
louis 16
What are the names of the king and queen of France during the France revolution?
Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette
Who was King of France during Molière's lifetime?
During his working life, Louis XIV
Who were the monarchs of France during the revolution?
Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were the king and queen of France during the revolution until they were guillotined
What were causes for the empty treasure of France under Louis xvi?
The 'Treasury' of France was not empty as such during the Reign of Louis XVI. However, the economic condition was strained to a certain extent, mainly due to the support France was giving to the American Revolution. Other theories claim that it was the limitless spending and luxurious lifestyles that the people had to afford for the Royalty and the Aristocracy that was draining the coffers. The people at that time certainly believed so and pinned much of the blame for almost all on France's troubles on Queen Marie Antionette (wrongly so). The only crisis France faced at that time was a serious shortage of bread. Otherwise, under the reign of Louis XVI , France was one of the richest nations and a leading power of Europe (and the rest of the world).
When did Louis IX of France die?
Tunis, on 25 August 1270, during the second Crusade.
Monarchs of France during the French Revolution?
Louis XVI who was guillotined.
