Charles X

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King of France

In office
1824-1830
Preceded by  |  Louis XVIII
Succeeded by  |  Louis Philippe I

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Born  |  October 9, 1757
Versailles, France
Died  |  November 6, 1836
Görz, Austrian Empire

Charles X (October 9, 1757 – November 6, 1836) was King of France from September 16, 1824 until August 2, 1830.

## Birth[edit]

Charles X was born in Versailles, France on October 9, 1757, he was the son of Louis, Dauphin of France, the only surviving son of Louis XV

## Reign[edit]

Charles X was an unpopular king due to him attempting to revive the Royal Touch, he instigated press censorship in France and he abdicated during the July Revolution in 1830.

## The July Revolution[edit]

When the French populace became more annoyed at his rule, he was forced to abdicate during the July Revolution, officially abdicating on August 2, 1830.