Correspondance Diplomatique de Bertrand de Salignac de La Mothe Fénélon, Tome Troisième

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"Correspondance Diplomatique de Bertrand de Salignac de La Mothe Fénélon, Tome …" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work compiles the official correspondence of Bertrand de Salignac, the French ambassador to England from 1568 to 1575, detailing the intricacies of Franco-English relations during a tumultuous period marked by political and religious strife. The collection serves as an essential primary source for understanding diplomatic strategies and the context surrounding figures like Mary Stuart and Queen Elizabeth I. The opening of the text introduces the series of diplomatic dispatches penned by La Mothe Fénélon, beginning with his communications dated January 4, 1570. In this correspondence, he discusses his audience with Elizabeth I, where they navigate complex issues such as the peace in France, the treatment of religious dissenters, and ongoing tensions in the realm surrounding Mary Stuart's imprisonment. La Mothe Fénélon expresses the expectations for peace and the delicate negotiations he undertakes to promote French interests while balancing the political realities of the English court. He reports on various military and political developments that could influence the stability of both nations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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