I WONDER - What King Had The Shortest Reign In History?

King Louis XIX of France holds the record for the shortest reign in history, lasting only 20 minutes. He became king after his father, Charles X, abdicated during the July Revolution of 1830. Louis XIX also chose to abdicate shortly after, passing the throne to the next in line.

Who became King of France after his father abdicated the throne?

• King Henry the 8th

• King Louis Antoine

• King Louise the 19th

• King Charles the 10th

What does it mean when a monarch abdicates?

• They expand their kingdom

• They lose a battle

• They pass their title to the next in line

• They declare war

During which event did King Louise the 19th become king?

• The French Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The July Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

Who was King Louis Antoine's father?

• King George the 3rd

• King Henry the 8th

• King Louise the 19th

• King Charles the 10th

How long did King Louis Antoine reign?

• 20 minutes

• One day

• One hour

• One week