Ultra-conservative Jean VilleIe succeeds Richelieu in France

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In France, the Duc de Richelieu is forced to resign from his position as prime minister. He is succeeded by Jean VilleIe, ending the rule of the Right Centre, and leading to a period of reaction under the Ultra-Conservatives. Richelieu himself is to die of apoplexy the following year.

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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Ultra-conservative Jean VilleIe succeeds Richelieu in France". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=17815, accessed 19 March 2024.]

17815 Ultra-conservative Jean VilleIe succeeds Richelieu in France 2 Historical context notes are intended to give basic and preliminary information on a topic. In some cases they will be expanded into longer entries as the Literary Encyclopedia evolves.

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