Cardinal Richelieu's policy involved two primary goals: centralization of power in France and opposition to the Habsburg dynasty (which ruled in both Austria and Spain). He saw the reestablishment of the Catholic orthodoxy as a political maneuver of the Habsburg and Austrian States which is detrimental to the … See more Armand Jean du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu , known as Cardinal Richelieu, was a French statesman and clergyman. He was also known as l'Éminence rouge, or "the Red Eminence", a term derived from the See more In 1614, the clergymen of Poitou asked Richelieu to be one of their representatives to the Estates-General. There, he was a vigorous advocate of the Church, … See more Before Richelieu's ascent to power, most of Europe had become enmeshed in the Thirty Years' War (1618–1648). France was not openly at war with the Habsburgs, who ruled Spain and the Holy Roman Empire, so subsidies and aid were provided secretly to … See more Richelieu was a famous patron of the arts. An author of various religious and political works (most notably his Political Testament), he sent his agents abroad in search of books … See more Born in Paris on 9 September 1585, Armand du Plessis was the fourth of five children and the last of three sons: he was delicate from childhood, and suffered frequent bouts of ill … See more When Richelieu came to power, New France, where the French had a foothold since Jacques Cartier, had no more than 100 permanent … See more Towards the end of his life, Richelieu alienated many people, including Pope Urban VIII. Richelieu was displeased by the Pope's refusal to name him the papal legate in France; in turn, the Pope did not approve of the administration of the French church, or … See more WebRICHELIEU CATALOG LIBRARY - COLLECTION TRADITION CATALOG - PAGE 1. View mode. Full page Thumbnails All products. Page. 1 of 34. Go to page 2. TRADITIONEN …

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WebI passionately desire it for the Interest of his Majesty, and of my Lords, the States, and for your own, which shall be always dear to me: Conjuring you to believe, that … WebCardinal Richelieu was born as Armand du Plessis on September 9, 1585 in the family of François du Plessis, seigneur de Richelieu and Suzanne de la Porte. He was fragile and frequently fell sick since his childhood … safeway flyer calgary reebee

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WebFeb 9, 2024 · Book Sources: France A selection of books/e-books available in Trible Library. Click the title for location and availability information. Off campus access … WebFrom an international perspective, the Peace of Westphalia (1648) marked: the emergence of France as the dominant power in Europe, eclipsing Spain. The primary goal of … WebOct 20, 2024 · Cardinal Richelieu, Political Testament excerpts Royal Edict of 1626 ordering the demolition of the feudal castles in France Letters patent establishing the … safeway flyer airdrie