Henry the 14th.

Louis XIV: THE SUN KING By merely speaking the name "King Louis XIV" an image is conjured up in one's mind that carries with it an impression of the era in which he reigned, and the way in which he presided over France as an absolute monarch. Royalty at its finest, Louis's image of success is refined, stately, and majestic. It is in this image that the history of Louis the XIV has been written …

…knew this, and accounted for it. The image that he presented to the people of regal majesty and composure helped decrease tension as well as his other measures. King Louis the XIV was truly an example of absolute power in its grandest form and function. Even under tremendous pressure, King Louis the XIV managed his absolute power, controlled the people, and never broke his image as the Sun King, which remains with us even today.