
Luigi XVI
Luigi XVI, born on August 23, 1754, was the last King of France before the French Revolution. His reign began in 1774 and was marked by financial crises, lavish spending, and increasing unrest among the French populace. In 1789, the revolution broke out, leading to his eventual downfall. He was arrested, tried for treason, and executed by guillotine on January 21, 1793. His death symbolized the end of absolute monarchy in France and had profound implications for the future of the nation and the concept of monarchy itself.
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Luigi XVI was guillotined at the location where the Pope celebrated the mass.
Papa Leone in Francia, la messa davanti a 800mila persone: «Non nascondete la vostra fede». In serata l'arrivo a LourdesCorriere della Sera·
Italy· 2026-09-26
The revolutionary process of Luigi XVI and its consequences on the royal family and history are discussed.
Uccidere il re, il padre, e DioSan Marino RTV (News)·
San Marino· 2025-07-17






