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Cardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection

"The Cardinal of Richelieu: A Life of Power and Intrigue" Born in France in 1585, Armand Jean du Plessis was destined for greatness

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Le siege de la Rochelle 1627-1628: Cardinal de Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis)

Le siege de la Rochelle 1627-1628: Cardinal de Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis)
ELD4870605 Le siege de la Rochelle 1627-1628: Cardinal de Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis, 1585-1642) celebrates the mass at the camp of La Rochelle before the Musketeers and the Assembled Troops

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Queen Marie de Medici asks her son King Louis XIII to dismiss Cardinal Richelieu 10-11 November 1630

Queen Marie de Medici asks her son King Louis XIII to dismiss Cardinal Richelieu 10-11 November 1630
ELD4935506 Queen Marie de Medici asks her son King Louis XIII to dismiss Cardinal Richelieu 10-11 November 1630, the queen will be forced to exile

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: History. France. Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628). The english fleet. Illustration in

History. France. Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628). The english fleet. Illustration in
3434661 History. France. Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628). The english fleet. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (schoolbook), by H. Geron, France, c.1948 Coll. Part

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: RICHELIEU, c. 1650 (engraving)

RICHELIEU, c. 1650 (engraving)
CUL4930564 RICHELIEU, c.1650 (engraving) by Moncornet, Balthazar (c.1600-68); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: RICHELIEU, Armand-Jean du Plessis, cardinal of (1585-1642)

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Henri Coiffier de Ruze d'Effiat, Marquis of Cinq-Mars (engraving)

Henri Coiffier de Ruze d'Effiat, Marquis of Cinq-Mars (engraving)
1731121 Henri Coiffier de Ruze d'Effiat, Marquis of Cinq-Mars (engraving) by Daret, Pierre (1604-78) (after); (add.info.: Henri Coiffier de Ruze)

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: The Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628, 1896) (illustration)

The Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628, 1896) (illustration)
7304517 The Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628, 1896) (illustration) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Siege de la Rochelle (1627-1628): ' The Cardinal of Richelieu (1585-1642) on the dam of La Rochelle

Siege de la Rochelle (1627-1628): " The Cardinal of Richelieu (1585-1642) on the dam of La Rochelle
ELD4842634 Siege de la Rochelle (1627-1628): " The Cardinal of Richelieu (1585-1642) on the dam of La Rochelle, during the siege of the city

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Portrait of Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal de Richelieu, c. 1632-34 (chalk on paper)

Portrait of Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal de Richelieu, c. 1632-34 (chalk on paper)
7295935 Portrait of Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal de Richelieu, c.1632-34 (chalk on paper) by Vouet, Simon (1590-1649); 27.3 -- 21.1 cm; J

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Cardinal Richelieu riding in the streets of Paris

Cardinal Richelieu riding in the streets of Paris
LSE4095178 Cardinal Richelieu riding in the streets of Paris by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Cardinal Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis, 1585-1642) with his cats in the presence of Jean

Cardinal Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis, 1585-1642) with his cats in the presence of Jean Desmarets of Saint-Sorlin
XEE4148928 Cardinal Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis, 1585-1642) with his cats in the presence of Jean Desmarets of Saint-Sorlin (Saint Sorlin) and Monsieur Pepetit - Engraving by Telory by Telory

Background imageCardinal Of Richelieu 1585 1642 Collection: Roman serial: 'The Three Musketeers'by Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870

Roman serial: "The Three Musketeers"by Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870
XEE4172693 Roman serial: " The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) Illustration of Chapter XXII In " The good novels", 1860



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"The Cardinal of Richelieu: A Life of Power and Intrigue" Born in France in 1585, Armand Jean du Plessis was destined for greatness. He rose through the ranks to become one of the most powerful men in Europe during his lifetime as a cardinal from 1622 until his death in 1642. As Cardinal Richelieu, he served as chief advisor to King Louis XIII and played a crucial role in shaping French politics and foreign policy. Known for his cunning diplomacy and ruthless ambition, Richelieu was feared by many but respected by few. He manipulated the king's decisions from behind the scenes, often using intrigue and manipulation to achieve his goals. Despite controversy surrounding his methods, Richelieu is remembered as a brilliant strategist who helped establish France as a dominant force in Europe during the 17th century. His legacy continues to fascinate historians and scholars today, offering insights into the complex world of early modern politics.