Henri François d'Aguesseau
French jurist, Chancellor of France
Born
1668
357 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as Chancellor of France during the early 18th century and played a significant role in the development of French law. Promoted codification of legal principles and worked to streamline judicial processes. Authored numerous legal writings and reforms that influenced the French legal system for years. His tenure was marked by efforts to maintain judicial independence and uphold the law amidst political changes.
Served as Chancellor of France
Introduced important legal reforms
Authored legal writings
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