Explore France’s early, medieval and revolutionary history with Viking Resident Historian Paul Dawson. In the first installment of this fascinating two-part lecture, discover how Louis XIV’s excesses led to the French Revolution of 1789. In addition to his work with Viking, Paul also lectures and directs post-graduate programs at the Bordeaux’s School of Business and Economics and is the former president of Camus International—the largest family-owned cognac house in France—where he serves on the board.