After his betrothal to Maria Leszczynska led to involvement in the War of Polish Succession, he vowed to rule without a minister. Placed on the throne at age five, he attempted to restore power to the crown, but the influence of mistresses like Madam
After his betrothal to Maria Leszczynska led to involvement in the War of Polish Succession, he vowed to rule without a minister. Placed on the throne at age five, he attempted to restore power to the crown, but the influence of mistresses like Madame de Pompadour induced him to fight in both the War of Austrian Succession and Seven Years' War. For 10 points, name this great-grandson of the Sun King.
After his betrothal to Maria Leszczynska led to involvement in the War of Polish Succession, he vowed to rule without a minister.