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By: Rebecca Melton, Spring Editor & Reporter
March 28, 2018
Photo Credit: Photo by Rebecca Melton

King Louis XIV (1638-1715) reigned as the King of France for 72 years- from age 4 until his death. Louis unexpectedly became the king of France age four when his father died. Louis had very narcissistic tendencies, and would frequently give himself ridiculous nicknames. Louis called himself the Sun King, God-Given, and many other titles. During his reign, Louis completely changed the monarchy. He inspired a golden age of art and literature. He also oversaw the construction of the Palace of Mirrors. Louis saw himself as a direct representative of God, and considered himself one of the most important people on Earth.

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Rebecca Melton
Rebecca Melton, Spring Editor & Reporter
Rebecca Melton is an eighteen year-old senior at Colonia High School. She is heavily involved in the performing arts, having been apart of backstage crew since her freshman year. Melton is the Secretary of Colonia High School's Thespian Society and is the Student Technical Director of the CHS Theater.  Melton is also a member of the majority of Colonia High School's Bands. She is the Flute Section Leader of the Marching Band, and is the first chair flute in both Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. She also is a fan of tabletop gaming and has worked to create and game-master campaigns with her friends. Her favorite subject is English and she loves reading, her favorite genre being high fantasy. Melton intends to become an English teacher.
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