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.
Who were the Le Telliers?
Arising with the Sun King, middle class statesmen rose to prominence and influence. Among them a family that produced a dynasty in the war minisry - the Le Telliers.
How did the Edict of Fontainebleu brought France down?
France in the 18th century would have defeated Great Britain as the
super power of the world if King Louis XIV did not introduced the Edict of
Fontainebleau, a declaration of persecution of Protestant within his realm.
What was the Urabi Revolt?
Urabi Revolt displayed a resolved of a people to resist against economic and political incursion of a foreign power.
Who was Ismail Pasha?
A visionary desiring to transform Egypt into a beacon of modernization in North Africa, but Ismail Pasha left a legacy of debt that brought his country to the hands of imperial powers.
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