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Jean-Baptist Colbert was a strong proponent of Mercantilism. He served as French Minister of Finance under the rule of King Louis XIV from 1665 through 1683. His successful management of French finance and commerce was increasingly impoverished by the King's wasting money and resources on wars.

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