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15 Once-Great Nations That Ran Themselves Into The Ground

Darren March 11, 2026 5 min

13. The Kingdom of France (Pre-Republic)

13. The Kingdom of France (Pre-Republic)
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France, under the monarchy, was a European powerhouse. However, extravagant royal spending, costly wars, and widespread social inequality fueled the French Revolution. The monarchy was overthrown in 1789, leading to periods of turmoil and eventual establishment of republics. The Ancien Régime’s collapse reshaped global politics. (britannica.com)

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