Louis Capet is a historical figure better known as Louis XVI of France, who reigned from 1774 until his deposition in 1792 during the French Revolution. He was the last king of France before the establishment of the French Republic. The name "Capet" refers to his lineage, the Capetian dynasty, which began with Hugh Capet in the 10th century. Louis XVI was executed by guillotine in 1793, marking a significant moment in the revolution.
King Louis XVI was nicknamed Louis Capet as a reference to his ancestral lineage, specifically the Capetian dynasty from which he descended. The name "Capet" comes from Hugh Capet, the founder of the dynasty in the late 10th century. This nickname was often used by revolutionaries during the French Revolution to emphasize his connection to the monarchy and to symbolize their rejection of royal authority. It also served to dehumanize him, reducing him to a historical figure rather than acknowledging him as a reigning king.
Hugh Capet
Hugh Capet. (:
Hugh Capet
Laurent Capet was born in 1972.
Hugh Capet was born in 940.
Hugh Capet died on 996-10-24.
Marie-Gabrielle Capet was born in 1761.
Marie-Gabrielle Capet died in 1818.
Lucien Capet was born on 1873-01-08.
Lucien Capet died on 1928-12-18.
Hugh Capet established the French throne in Paris 987 A.D.
Hugh Capet. (:
False... Hugh Capet was an early FRENCH king.
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When the Royal Family was arrested, its members were stripped of their titles and ordered to revert to an ordinary surname. Bourbon might have been more appropriate, but the name chosen for them was taken from the founder of the dynasty of French Kings, Hugues Capet. so Louis XVI was referred to at his trial as 'Louis Capet', and after his execution Marie-Antoinette became 'La Veuve Capet' - widow Capet.