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During Philip V's depression, who held control over the Spanish government?

  • Charles III

  • Louis I

  • Elisabeth Farnese

  • Ferdinand VI

Answer

Elisabeth Farnese was the wife of Philip V of Spain. When Philip V became depressed, Elisabeth Farnese held control over the Spanish government. She was a powerful and ambitious woman who had a strong influence over her husband. She used her position to promote her own interests and those of her family.
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