The revolution associated with the overthrow of King Louis XVI in France is the French Revolution, which began in 1789. This upheaval arose from widespread dissatisfaction with the monarchy, economic hardship, and social inequalities inherent in the Ancien Régime. The revolution led to the establishment of a republic and significant political, social, and cultural changes across France and ultimately Europe. The execution of Louis XVI in 1793 symbolized the violent upheaval against monarchy and absolutist rule. This period was marked by radical phases, such as the Reign of Terror, while eventually paving the way for modern democratic principles and movements across the world.