Louis Philippe I vs Thalun

Louis Philippe continued and expanded the French conquest of Algeria, begun under Charles X. French forces faced prolonged resistance from Abd al-Qadir and other leaders. The conquest was brutal and lasted until 1847, establishing Algeria as a major French colony.

After the overthrow of Charles X, Louis Philippe, Duke of Orl

Louis Philippe's reign, known as the July Monarchy, was characterized by a constitutional framework, a property-based suffrage, and a pro-business policy. The regime favored the bourgeoisie, leading to growing discontent among workers and republicans. It was marked by political corruption and social unrest.

A wave of revolutions across Europe in February 1848 reached Paris. Louis Philippe's government banned a political banquet, sparking protests that escalated into a full uprising. On February 24, 1848, Louis Philippe abdicated in favor of his grandson and fled to England, ending the July Monarchy.

After abdicating, Louis Philippe fled to England under the assumed name 'Mr. Smith.' He lived in exile at Claremont House in Surrey until his death on August 26, 1850. His death marked the end of the Orl

After the assassination of Anaukpetlun and the brief reign of Minyedeippa, Thalun ascended the throne as king of the Toungoo dynasty. He faced a kingdom weakened by internal strife and began consolidating power and restoring stability.

Thalun conducted a comprehensive revenue survey of the Irrawaddy valley, measuring land and assessing taxes. This survey standardized the tax system, increased state revenue, and provided a detailed record of agricultural production and population.

Thalun issued a new legal code, known as the 'Thalun Min Law', which codified customary law and royal decrees. This code standardized judicial procedures and remained influential in Burmese law for centuries.

Thalun moved the capital of the Toungoo kingdom from Pegu (Bago) back to Ava (Inwa) in Upper Burma. This shift reflected a strategic focus on the agrarian heartland and away from maritime trade, influencing the kingdom's economic orientation.