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What empire did Francis I help expand?

  • French colonial empire

  • British Empire

  • Spanish Empire

  • Portuguese Empire

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The French colonial empire expanded under the reign of Francis I, who established trading posts in the Americas, Africa, and Asia. This expansion was part of France's broader efforts to compete with other European powers for global dominance. Francis I's support for exploration and colonization laid the foundation for France's future as a major colonial power.
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