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Web Chron: Absolute Monarchy
This article provides a definition and history of "absolute monarchy," a form of government in which kings, emperors, or sultans secured their position as the supreme ruler and possessor of all power.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Louis Xi of France
(1423-1483) King of France form 1461-1483 who united most of France under one crown. He also laid the foundations for absolute monarchy in France, patronized the arts and sciences, and founded three universities.
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Suffolk County Community College: French Absolutism
This article describes the nature of French Absolutism and gives some historical background to the practice of absolutism in 18th century France.