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King Louis XVI Gets Married
On May 16th, 1770, King Louis and Marie Antoinette got married, solidifying an alliance between France and Austria. -
The First Visit by Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II
On April 19th, 1777, Joseph II, the Holy Roman Emperor, came and visited King Louis XVI for the first time. -
King Louis XVI Has His First Child
Madame Royale was born at Versailles on December 19th, 1778. This was King Louis XVI's first child, after a period where he didn't try to make a baby. -
King Louis Indulges in Science
In 1783, the king hosted the first aeronautical convention at Versailles. On September 14th, Étienne de Montgolfier showcased one of the first hot air balloons. -
The Affair of the Diamond Necklace
In 1784, Cardinal Rohan intended to give Marie-Antoinette a diamond necklace to get in her good graces. However, an imposter posing as the queen snatched it. -
Serment du Jeu de Paume Oath
On June 20th, 1789, the French Third Estate took the tennis court oath in the tennis court of Versailles. This struck fear into King Louis XVI's heart. -
Women Demand for Lower Prices
The Women's March on Versailles was a significant event of the French Revolution. The King agreed to lower bread prices and then was forced to move to Paris where he would be forced to serve the people. -
King Louis XVI's Flight from France
On June 20th, 1791, King Louis XVI tried to flee the unrest in his country. He, along with his family, attempted to escape to Austrian territory, but they were captured at Varennes and sent back to Paris. -
King Louis XVI is tried for Treason
In 1792, King Louis was tried by the Revolutionaries. The monarchy was formally abolished, and King Louis was found guilty and sentenced to death. -
King Louis XVI's Reign Comes to an End
On January 21st, 1793, King Louis was killed by Guillotine. As his head fell into the basket, cheering rose up all around the city. Later, his wife, Marie Antoinette, would be killed in the same way.