Question

Which King Was Overthrown As A Result Of The French Revolution?

Answer 1

The French Revolution resulted in the overthrow of King Louis XVI of France. He was executed by guillotine on January 21, 1793. The Revolution began in 1789 and lasted until 1799. It was a period of great political upheaval and social change in France, leading to the establishment of a new government and the abolition of the monarchy.

Answer 2

The king that was overthrown and which actually became the last king was king Louis XVI of France. He was executed on January 21, 1793. After his death, a new law was enacted that ushered in a new type of government and the monarchy was abolished.

Answer 3

The monarchy was formally abolished, and “Year I” of the French Republic was declared. Louis XVI died at the guillotine on 21 January 1793. He was the last king to live at the Palace of Versailles, and the revolutionaries duly gave him the nickname “Louis the Last”.