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In 1789, to avert the deepening crisis, Louis agreed to summon the estates-general a form of parliament, but without real power in order to try and raise taxes. This was the first time the body had met since 1614.
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King Louis Xvi was born on august 23,1754 in Versailles
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In 1770,He married Marie Antoinette
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Rumours that the king intended to suppress the assembly provoked the popular storming of the Bastille prison, a symbol of repressive royal power, on 14 July 1789.
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In June 1791, they attempted to escape, which was considered proof of Louis' treasonable dealings with power.
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In September 1792, the new National Convention abolished the declared and France a republic.
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The day King Louis Xvi died was January 21, 1793
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Louis was found guilty of treason and killed at the guillotine on 21 January 1793.
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