He ascended to the throne in 1993, following the death of his older brother, King Baudouin, who died without issue.

The death of King Baudouin in 1993 caused a short period of uncertainty about the succession.

The Foundation was created in 1976, to mark the 25th anniversary of King Baudouin's reign.

The dam was reinaugurated 20 October 1971 under King Baudouin.

A similar protest had occurred during the 1950 enthronement of King Baudouin.

King Baudouin was very much interested in social problems, had a strong sense of justice and was concerned that society should be harmonious.

Leopold and his wife continued to advise King Baudouin until the latter's marriage in 1960.

In 1973 he was knighted baron by King Baudouin for his services to music.

From 1951 to 1957 he was chief of staff of the army and aide-de-camp to King Baudouin.

The line was officially opened by King Baudouin on 15 May 1955.