Charles X
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| Charles X | |
King of France
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| In office 1824–1830 | |
| Preceded by | Louis XVIII |
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| Succeeded by | Louis Philippe I |
| Born | October 9, 1757 Versailles, France |
| Died | November 6, 1836 Görz, Austrian Empire |
Charles X (October 9, 1757 – November 6, 1836) was King of France from September 16, 1824 until August 2, 1830.
Birth
Charles X was born in Versailles, France on October 9, 1757, he was the son of Louis, Dauphin of France, the only surviving son of Louis XV
Reign
Charles X was an unpopular king due to him attempting to revive the Royal Touch, he instigated press censorship in France and he abdicated during the July Revolution in 1830.
The July Revolution
When the French populace became more annoyed at his rule, he was forced to abdicate during the July Revolution, officially abdicating on August 2, 1830.
