Louis XIV stands out as one of Europe's most memorable monarchs, renowned for commissioning the magnificent Palace of Versailles, indulging in an extraordinarily lavish lifestyle, and establishing ...

In 1661 the 23 year-old French king Louis the XIV had been on the throne for 18 years when his chief minister, Cardinal Mazarin, died.

In this week's history column, Ken Bridges looks at the life of French King Louis XIV and the small role he played in Texas history.

Giant wigs were a must-have for any man in the court of Louis XIV. The king’s absolute love for big hair sparked a trend that spread all over 17th-century Europe.

In 1699, Moroccos Sultan Moulay Ismail reportedly proposed marriage to Louis XIVs daughter, sparking a diplomatic mystery that continues to captivate historians and romantics alike.

King Charles led the royal family, including Prince William, Kate Middleton and their children, in an appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour 2025.

A genealogy website has revealed that Swift is a descendant of French King Louis XIV. The superstar musician is the 8th cousin - 11 times removed - of Louis XIV.

The previous year, Sun King Louis XIV had signed the Truce of Ratisbon, which ended the War of the Reunions against Spain and the Holy Roman Empire and brought France a welcome respite.

The period chosen by Mr. Harris Dickson for his romance, "The Black Wolf's Breed," was when Louis XIV, was King of France. The hero, Placide de Mouret, is a young French gentleman brought up in ...

A set of bagpipes believed to have been created for King Louis XIV of France in the late 17th century are on display in Northumberland, England, just in time for International Bagpipe Day.

In 1661 the 23 year-old French king Louis the XIV had been on the throne for 18 years when his chief minister, Cardinal Mazarin, died. Louis is reported to have said to his ministers, “It is now ...