Louis XV (great-grandson)

Louis XV, the great-grandson of Louis XIV, was the King of France from 1715 to 1774. His reign was marked by efforts to restore royal authority, but also by political instability and financial difficulties. He is known for his patronage of the arts and for France’s involvement in costly wars. Despite his long rule, his leadership faced criticism for perceived corruption and the decline of royal prestige, ultimately setting the stage for the revolutionary upheaval that followed. Louis XV’s reign reflects a complex period of transition in France’s monarchy, balancing tradition with emerging modern challenges.