Discuss the wars of Louis XIV. What were his goals, and what did he gain in each of his early wars? When and why did his early successes begin to give way to defeat, and what was the result of his last war?
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Essays should begin by stating the political reasons for Louis's wars and then refer to the specific results (including territorial gains) of each enterprise. Students should analyze why the tide turned for France beginning with King William's War, as well as the causes and results of the War of the Spanish Succession.
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