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The Kingdom of France in the early modern period, from the Renaissance ( c. 1500–1550) to the Revolution (1789–1804), was a monarchy ruled by the House of Bourbon (a Capetian cadet branch ). This corresponds to the so-called Ancien Régime ("old rule").
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Ancient history. Frankish kingdoms (486–987) State building...
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In the early modern period, the Holy Roman Empire was a...
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The Kingdom of France in the early modern period, from the Renaissance ( c. 1500–1550) to the Revolution (1789–1804), was a monarchy ruled by the House of Bourbon (a Capetian cadet branch ). This corresponds to the so-called Ancien Régime ("old rule").
Timeline of French history. This is a timeline of French history, comprising important legal changes and political events in France and its predecessor states. To read about the background to these events, see History of France. See also the list of Frankish kings, French monarchs, and presidents of France . 5th century. 6th century. 7th century.
YearDateEvent18019 FebruaryWar of the Second Coalition: The Treaty ...180115 JulyThe Concordat of 1801 was signed between ...18023 FebruarySaint-Domingue expedition: French Army ...180225 MarchWar of the Second Coalition: The Treaty ...Apr 27, 2017 · Introduction. France is the largest, most populous, and richest country in Europe. Beginning in the Middle Ages, the monarchy tried to build a powerful state by multiplying its agents and reducing the autonomy of the provinces.
magisterial new history of French society between the end of the middle ages and the Revolution by one of the world’s leading authorities on early modern France. Using colorful examples and incorporating the latest scholarship, William Beik conveys the distinctiveness of early modern society and identifies the cultural practices that defined ...
