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King Louis XVI’s life and reign as king will be discussed in this assignment. His young life will lead him to grow up quite fast as King of France. Also, the lack of maturity will eventually be his downfall in leading his country. King Louis XVI was born August 23, 1754. He was not originally name Louis XVI, but Louis Auguste de France but given the title of Duc de Berry on his date of birth. His mother birth him at the Palace of Versailles. Growing up he was very shy but very smart in schooling. His love was for Latin, History, Astronomy and Geography. He became the new Dauphin when his father died and he was only 11. He married at age of 15 to Marie Antoinette. She was only 14 years old. King

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