What position did Colbert take over after Fouquet's arrest?
Controller-General of Finances
Minister of War
Minister of Justice
Minister of Education
Answer
Controller-General of Finances was the position Colbert assumed after Fouquet's arrest. Colbert's appointment to this role was a significant turning point in French financial history. He implemented sweeping reforms to the tax system, reducing waste and increasing revenue. Colbert's policies helped stabilize the French economy and laid the foundation for the country's future prosperity.
Colbert's Chronicles: Unveiling the Legacy of France's Mastermind
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