Marie Antoinette was the queen of France and Navarre from 1774 to 1792. She is considered a major historical figure and is often associated with provoking the French Revolution. Born as the daughter of Holy Roman Emperor Francis I and Empress Maria Theresa, Marie was married to Louis-Auguste, who became Louis XVI of France in 1774. Upon her marriage, she became the Dauphine of France and was later conferred the title "Queen of France and Navarre" when her husband ascended the throne. Initially, the French people adored Marie Antoinette for her beauty and charm. However, public sentiment shifted when she was suspected of sympathizing with France’s enemies and for her perceived lack of concern for the people’s welfare. Public outrage toward the queen grew as her actions and extravagant lifestyle became increasingly disconnected from the struggles of the common people, fueling discontent that helped spark the French Revolution in 1789. As the Revolution progressed, the French public demanded an end to the monarchy and sought a trial for the unpopular king and queen. After the monarchy was overthrown, both Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were sentenced to death and executed by guillotine.