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France in 1614

Historical records for France in 1614, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.

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1614BishopArmand Jean du Plessis de Richelieu

Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Appointed Representitive of the Poitevin clergy at the Estates General

1614EducationRene Descartes

La Fleche · Humanities / Philosophy

Descartes completes his studies at La Fleche after receiving a broad Jesuit education.

1614Pont NeufHenry IV

Pont Neuf · Arts / Architecture

At the point where the bridge crosses the Ile de la Cit‚, there stands a bronze equestrian statue of King Henry IV of France, originally commissioned from Giambologna under the orders of Marie de M‚dicis, Henris widow and Regent of France, in 1614

Names involved

Armand Jean du Plessis de RichelieuHenry IVRene Descartes

Places involved

La FlechePont Neuf

Provenance

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