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King of France until the monarchy was overthrown in 1792; executed in January 1793.

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23 Aug 1754 – 21 Jan 1793

Louis XVI. King of France until the monarchy was overthrown in 1792; executed in January 1793.

Louis XVI, involved in the Assembly of Notables of 1787, the Estates-General of 1789 and the trial and execution of Louis XVI.

Louis XVI, head of French royal government.

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