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Edict of NantesA document of religious toleration issued by Henry IV which ended religious fighting Protestants and Catholics in France. This brought peace to France, but also Henry IV's assassination. It was cancelled by Louis XIV in 1685.
Cardinal RichlieuAdvisor to King Louis XIII; he strengthened the power of the monarchy by starting the 30 years war with the Hapsburg Empire to increase French power.
SkepticismA philosophy that questions beliefs and suggests that nothing is for certain; it led to the Enlightenment.
IntendantRoyal Agents: the Eyes and Ears of the King; they helped increase royal power by serving as justices and tax collectors and reporting back to the monarch.
Jean Baptiste ColbertAn economic advisor to Louis XIV; he supported mercantilism and tried to make France economically self-sufficient. Brought prosperity to France.
War of the Spanish SuccessionAnswered the question "who should inherit Spain?" It lasted for 12 years. The French fought against England, Austria, the Netherlands, Portugal, and the German states. It ended with the Treaty of Utrecht. The British benefitted the most.

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Creator WDyment
Created September 18, 2007
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Subjects xiv, louis, france, and
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