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Philippe d'Orléans became regent and secured the loyalty of the Marquis de Toy
Philippe d'Orléans, known as The Regent (Saint-Cloud, 1674/1723)Regent of the Kingdom of France during the minority of Louis XV. Grandson of Louis XIII, he is the son of Louis XIV, Philippe of France, Duke of Orléans, known as "Monsieur".
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A rare letter from Philippe d'Orléans, signed on the day the polysynody system [government by council] was established, officially confirming his regency [Philippe d'Orléans became regent, the members of parliament were given increased power, and the king's ministers were replaced by councils ("synody") in which the high nobility participated in political life].
"I am convinced, Sir, of the full extent of the part you assure me I am taking in matters concerning me; I know what your… Read more
"I am convinced, Sir, of the full extent of the part you assure me I am taking in matters concerning me; I know what your… Read more
Address on the back of the second sheet with a black wax seal bearing the arms of France.
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