Huguenots decide on war

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French Huguenots hold an assembly at La Rochelle, in defiance of the laws of the realm. The recent re-establishment of Catholicism in Bearn has led them to fear fresh persecution. As a consequence, they decide to embark on warfare against the government.

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Editors. "Huguenots decide on war". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 February 2011
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  1. Thirty Years War