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Kingdom of France
The Kingdom of France began with the accession of Hugh Capet in 987, and his Capetian dynasty and its Valois and Bourbon branches ruled it. It grew from a small royal domain into one of Europe's strongest states, reaching a peak of absolutism under Louis XIV. The French Revolution abolished the monarchy in 1792.
Key facts
| Dates | 987 CE – 1792 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | kingdom |
| Capitals | Paris, Versailles |
| Founder | Hugh Capet |
| Religion(s) | Catholicism |
| Peak extent | ≈ 0.4 million km² (c. 1250 CE) – source |
Note on dates: The monarchy was restored from 1814 to 1848 (Wikipedia's infobox ends the kingdom in 1830/1848).
Before & after
Preceded by
Carolingian Empire Duchy of Normandy
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.