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The last episode of our series ends with the story of Louis-Philippe who had himself proclaimed King of the French by the Chamber of Deputies. He therefore reigned under the regime of contractual monarchy based on a Pact between the king and the representatives of the nation. Louis-Philippe allowed the adoption of the tricolor flag which earned him the hostility of the European courts and the nickname of bourgeois king Director: Dominique Mougenot, Thierry Bruant and Catherine Mignot The kings of France, 15 centuries of history - Documentary series - Historical