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Charles X (1757–1836) was a King of France. When you see a name like "Charles X," it can sometimes refer to different people who lived at different times. This page helps you find the right person!

Who was Charles X of France?

Charles X was the King of France from 1824 to 1830. He was the younger brother of King Louis XVI and King Louis XVIII. His full name was Charles Philippe. He became king after his brother Louis XVIII passed away.

Charles X believed strongly in the old ways of monarchy, where the king had a lot of power. This was different from many people in France at the time, who wanted more freedom and a government where people had more say. His reign was quite short because of these disagreements.

He tried to bring back some traditions from before the French Revolution. However, many people in France wanted a more modern government. This led to tensions and eventually a revolution in 1830, which forced him to leave the throne. He was the last Bourbon king to rule France.

Other Important People Named Charles X

Sometimes, other historical figures are also known as Charles X. Here are a few:

Charles X Gustav of Sweden

Charles X Gustav of Sweden (1622–1660) was a powerful King of Sweden. He ruled from 1654 until his death. He was a great military leader and expanded Sweden's lands during his time as king. He is famous for leading his army across the frozen Great Belt strait to attack Denmark, which was a very bold move!

Charles, Cardinal de Bourbon

Charles, Cardinal de Bourbon (1523–1590) was a French cardinal. During a time of conflict in France, some people recognized him as King Charles X. However, he never truly ruled as king and later gave up any claim to the throne. He was mainly known for his role in the church and his family connections to the French royal line.

See also

  • King Charles (disambiguation)
  • Professor X, Charles Francis Xavier, a fictional character in X-Men comics and movies
  • "Charlie X", an episode of the TV show Star Trek

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