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Richelieu (jan 1, 1624 – jan 1, 1642)

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Armand Jean du Plesis de Richelieu
The Cardinal Duke of Richelieu

As the First Minister of king Louis XIII he reformed France, making it a world power with highly centralised authority, thwarting any opposition on the way.

His mercantile economic policies laid a foundation for France's future imperial potential. However, high taxes and a strict law were met with resentment of the society.

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1707

Date:

jan 1, 1624
jan 1, 1642
~ 18 years