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The Regency, 1643–1661 key terms
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The Regency, 1643–1661
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Regency
The period of governance in France from 1643 to 1661 when Louis XIV was a minor, primarily led by Cardinal Mazarin.
Fronde
A series of civil wars in France that challenged the authority of the monarchy during the 1640s.
Fronde
A series of civil wars in France from 1648 to 1653, characterized by noble revolts against the royal authority.
Parlement of Paris
The highest court in France, which played a significant role in opposing royal edicts and asserting judicial power during the Regency.
Regency
The period from 1643 to 1661 when France was governed by a regent, specifically Cardinal Mazarin, during the minority of Louis XIV.
Habsburgs
A powerful European dynasty that ruled over various territories, including Spain and the Holy Roman Empire, and was a key rival of France during the 17th century.
Fronde
A series of civil wars in France between 1648 and 1653, characterized by noble resistance to royal authority.
Absolutism
A political system in which a single ruler holds absolute power, often justified by divine right, as pursued by Louis XIV.
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