July Revolution

The French Revolution of 1830, also known as the July Revolution, was a revolt by the middle class against Bourbon King Charles X which forced him out of office and replaced him with the Orleanist King Louis-Philippe (the "July Monarchy").

Related Topics:
Bourbon - Charles X - Orleanist - Louis-Philippe - July Monarchy

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When Charles X took the throne on September 16, 1824, France was progressing towards reconstruction from the Napoleonic Wars. Charles's predecessor (and brother) Louis XVIII's reign had been peaceful and had the support of most of the population. The government was still quite autocratic, but gave far more freedom than the ancien régime before the revolution. Louis XVIII based many of his decisions on popular opinion, responding in particular to the wishes of the Parisian elite. An elected assembly, the Chamber of Deputies, existed, (alongside the appointed Chamber of Peers) but had little power.

Related Topics:
September 16 - 1824 - France - Napoleonic Wars - Louis XVIII - Autocratic - Ancien régime - Revolution - Paris

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Charles, on the other hand, believed that the absolute monarchy was the best form of government.

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