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The Absolute Monarchs of Europe

Explore the reigns of Louis XIV of France and Peter the Great of Russia during the age of Absolutism. Discover how they shaped their countries through military, economic, and cultural reforms. Louis XIV centralized power in France while Peter the Great modernized Russia, leaving lasting impacts in Europe.

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The Absolute Monarchs of Europe

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  1. The Absolute Monarchs of Europe

  2. Absolutism • Absolutism = belief that 1 ruler should hold power within a country • Causes: • War / Religious Conflict creates fear • People wanted strong leaders / protection • Effects: • Limited spread of ideas / religious beliefs • Taxes $$$

  3. Louis the 14th of France • Actions • Weakened powers of his nobles • Expanded / protected French Economy • Supported the Arts (Opera, Painting, Ballet) • Modernized France’s Army • France constantly at war • Lavish Lifestyle • Palace of Versailles ($2.5 billion)

  4. Louis the 14th of France • Impact • France most powerful country in Europe • Expanded France’s Borders • Colonies in Europe and North America • France in debt ($250 million in 1715)

  5. Peter the Great of Russia • Actions • Well educated • Modernized Russia’s Economy, Military, and Education system • Reduced power of nobles • Built St. Petersburg (110,000 people died in construction) • Had a violent temper • Heavily taxed Russian people

  6. Peter the Great of Russia • Impact • Russia became a powerful European country • Advanced the role of women in Russia • Fought in expensive and costly wars • Destroyed many Russian traditions in order to modernize

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