Armand-Jean du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu
Armand-Jean du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu, was a prominent French clergyman and statesman who served as the chief minister to King Louis XIII. Born in 1585, he was a masterful diplomat and strategist, known for his role in centralizing power in France and establishing the modern state. Richelieu's policies included the suppression of the Huguenots and the nobility's privileges, notably during the Thirty Years' War, which strengthened France's position in Europe. He also founded the French Academy, promoting the arts and literature. His legacy is marked by both admiration for his political acumen and criticism for his ruthless tactics, ultimately shaping the course of French history until his death in 1642.
Born on Sep 09, 1585 (439 years old)
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Armand-Jean du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu, became the most powerful man in France as a cardinal and prime minister.
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