Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

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Learn about Louis XIV, the Sun King—France’s most powerful and glamorous ruler! In this video, you’ll discover how he turned himself into a symbol of absolute power, built the breathtaking Palace of Versailles, and changed France forever. Learn how he ruled for over 70 years, reshaped the French court, and made himself the center of government, culture, and fashion.

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