If China brought fears to world from its ambitions and
impunity, the same could be said for to the greatest rogue state of Europe in
the 17th century – France and its ambitious Sun King Louis XIV.
What happened during the Franco-Dutch War (1672 – 1678)? - Part 2
As Louis made advances against the war, the shift in balance of power in favor of France threatening other European monarch that forced them to act.
What happened during the Franco-Dutch War (1672 – 1678)?
The War of Devolution revealed Louis XIV’s ambition to
expand his kingdom’s domain. And with the betrayal of the Dutch during the
previous conflict, the Sun King desired revenge.
Who was Denis Papin?
An obscure inventor and scientist that contributed to the development of modern steam engine - Denis Papin.5 Great French Commanders of the Franco-Dutch War
The Franco-Dutch War was the first major conflict where King Louis XIV embroiled his kingdom in and faced the might of Europe's major powers. Behind King Louis' ambition stood his generals from different backgrounds, innovations, and achievements.
Who was Cardinal Mazarin?
The Machiavellian diplomat that established the
international peace that welcomed the reign of King Louis XIV – Cardinal
Mazarin (1602 – 1661)Marquis de Louvois and the Reformation of the Royal French Army
Louvois had been credited into building a formidable fighting force that realized the imperial dreams and ambitions of his King Louis XIV.
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