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Louis XIII and Cardinal Richelieu (nov 23, 1610 – nov 8, 1643)

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States and Other Institutions of Power
The reign of Louis XIII and Cardinal Richelieu is significant in European history because Richelieus's ideas and actions laid the foundation for the French absolutism of Louis XIV's reign. They also increased French debt and strengthened the power of the monarchy.

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nov 23, 1610
nov 8, 1643
~ 32 years