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The Day of the Dupes — The day in November 1630 when the queen mother thought she had secured Richelieu’s dismissal
The queen mother believed she had obtained the minister’s dismissal from the king, and the court rallied to her. The king confirmed the cardinal, and those who had rejoiced were left with their name. The queen mother went into exile and never returned. (Editorial synthesis)
The Day of the Dupes took place in November 1630. (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
The Day of the Dupes ended in Richelieu kept in office and the queen mother exiled. (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
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