Absolute Monarchies

The Age of Absolutism

During the 1500s and 1600s, a number of monarchs in Europe consolidated power, leaving no rivals to their authority, which extended over all aspects of life. These powerful countries included France, Russia, and Prussia (modern-day Germany). In this presentation, explore how absolute rulers consolidated power and wealth and what these leaders were able to achieve during their rule. Click the player to begin.

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Absolute Monarchies Review

Now that you have learned about the leaders who assumed absolute power during the Age of Absolutism, test your knowledge of these rulers' characteristics. In this interactivity, drag and drop each characteristic to the corresponding monarch. Click the player to get started.