Less Than An Hour
Due to the ephemeral nature of their reigns, the following have been disputed as genuine monarchs:
| Name | Country | Royal house/dynasty | Reign began | Reign ended | Length | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Louis XIX | King of France | Bourbon | 2 August 1830 | 2 August 1830 | c. 20 minutes | Succeeded with abdication of Charles X only to abdicate in favour of Henry V. |
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Famous quotes containing the word hour:
“Under certain circumstances there are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.”
—Henry James (1843–1916)