Rule of King Louis XIV of France (sep 5, 1638 – sep 1, 1715)
Description:
His reign of 72 years and 110 days is the longest recorded of any monarch of a sovereign country in European history. Known as the “Sun King,” Louis XIV centralized power in the monarchy and reigned over a period of unprecedented prosperity in which France became the dominant power in Europe and a leader in the arts and sciences. His reign is also associated with the greatest age of French culture and art.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 5, 1638
sep 1, 1715
~ 77 years