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What year did Charles X begin his reign?

  • 1824

  • 1814

  • 1830

  • 1820

Answer

In 1824, Charles X ascended to the throne of France, marking the beginning of his reign. He succeeded his brother, Louis XVIII, who had ruled since the overthrow of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1815. Despite initial popularity, Charles X's reign was characterized by conservative policies and suppression of democratic movements, which ultimately led to the July Revolution of 1830 and his abdication.
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