What were some of the uses of Louis XIV’s large standing army and navy?
a) They discouraged the Spanish and Imperial forces from attacking France and allowed many opportunities to pursue national glory.
b) They allowed France to expand its overseas colonies and gave it a place to send troublemakers.
Consider This: How would a large army and navy support an absolutist government? See 2.3: The Absolute Response.
c) They provided the opportunity and excuse to raise taxes far beyond what any of Louis’s predecessors could have hoped.
Consider This: How would a large army and navy support an absolutist government? See 2.3: The Absolute Response.
d) They ensured that revolts of the nobility could never occur again.
Consider This: How would a large army and navy support an absolutist government? See 2.3: The Absolute Response.
a) They discouraged the Spanish and Imperial forces from attacking France and allowed many opportunities to pursue national glory.
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