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maxmilien de bethune

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Maximilien de Béthune, Baron de Rosny and later Duke of Sully, was a French statesman, soldier, and nobleman. He served as the chief minister of Henry IV of France and played a significant role in the political and economic reforms during the late 16th and early 17th centuries.

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Noun (Person):

1. Maxmilien de Bethune was a trusted advisor to King Henry IV and played a crucial role in the development of France.

2. The Duke of Sully, Maxmilien de Bethune, implemented numerous financial reforms in France.

Noun (Place):

1. The Château de Sully-sur-Loire, once owned by Maxmilien de Bethune, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of the 17th century.

2. Visitors can explore the beautiful gardens surrounding the former residence of Maxmilien de Bethune.

Related adjective:

1. The Sully Bridge, named after Maxmilien de Bethune, is an iconic landmark in Paris.

2. The Sully Wing of the Louvre Museum showcases stunning artworks from the era of Maxmilien de Bethune.

Related verb:

1. Sullyed: The financial policies Sullyed by Maxmilien de Bethune were praised for stabilizing the French economy.

2. King Henry IV trusted Maxmilien de Bethune to sully the government with his political insights.

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