The term "Orléanist" refers to supporters of the Orléans branch of the French royal family, particularly during the 19th century. This group emerged after the French Revolution and advocated for a constitutional monarchy, contrasting with the more traditional royalists who supported the Bourbon line. The Orléanists believed in a more liberal approach to governance, promoting civil liberties and economic modernization. The most notable Orléanist leader was Louis-Philippe I, who became King of the French from 1830 to 1848 after the July Revolution. His reign, known as the July Monarchy, aimed to balance the interests of the bourgeoisie and the working class, but ultimately faced criticism and led to his abdication during the 1848 Revolution.