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What did Louis XIV of France put a lot of time, money, and energy into?
What did Louis XIV of France put a lot of time, money, and energy into?
- Diplomacy
- Education
- Wars (correct)
- Trade
How did Louis XIV of France gain much territory?
How did Louis XIV of France gain much territory?
By raising taxes
What did Louis XIV produce to enhance the efficiency of taxation?
What did Louis XIV produce to enhance the efficiency of taxation?
A more efficient taxation policy
Louis XIV was considered the most powerful monarch in French history.
Louis XIV was considered the most powerful monarch in French history.
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What reforms did Louis XIV carry out to improve commerce and trade?
What reforms did Louis XIV carry out to improve commerce and trade?
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What was the outcome of The War of Devolution led by Louis XIV?
What was the outcome of The War of Devolution led by Louis XIV?
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Louis XIV of France: Key Accomplishments
- Invested substantial resources in various wars, greatly impacting the nation's military and political landscape.
- Expanded French territory through increased taxation, resulting in both economic growth and public discontent.
- Implemented a more efficient taxation policy that improved state revenue and streamlined collection processes.
- Became known as the most powerful monarch in French history, centralizing authority and promoting absolute monarchy.
- Enacted reforms that enhanced commerce and trade, contributing to France's economic development.
- Victorious in The War of Devolution, a conflict that lasted one year, showcasing military prowess and territorial gains.
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