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Politics & Government
Cardinal Richelieu Appointed Prime Minister
August 13th, 1624 400 years ago
Louis XIII appointed Cardinal Armand Jean du Plessis, known as Cardinal Richelieu, as his chief minister, solidifying the latter’s power in France. This pivotal decision was made during a period marked by political instability and conflicts, both internal and external. Richelieu, who had previously served the king in various roles, was entrusted with the task of strengthening royal authority and enhancing the French state's influence in Europe, setting the stage for significant changes in French governance and foreign policy.
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