In the late 17th century, the French colonial government was primarily controlled by the Crown, specifically under the reign of King Louis XIV. The monarchy exerted significant influence over colonial affairs through appointed officials and the French East India Company. Additionally, the colonial administration was often managed by governors who were representatives of the king in various colonies. This centralized control aimed to expand French influence and economic interests overseas.
French colonists
French aristocrats
The word "government" is from Old French. It was used as early as the 14th century. Please see the related link below.
Almost: an oligarchy is a type of government controlled by a small group of very wealthy individuals who control the political process. Control of a government by military means is called a military dictatorship, while control of a government due to social position is now obsolete (think of the French nobles in the late1700's).
While most people were Africans a small group of French aristocrats controlled the government. (Apex)
French colonists
French colonists
it is the french colonial empire
The French colonial empire is the set of territories outside Europe that were under French rule primarily from the 17th century to the late 1960s.
Pressure from the French colonial government in North America
French was introduced to Vietnam during the French colonization period, which lasted from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century. As a result, French became the administrative language and was widely used in education and government. Even after Vietnam gained independence, French continued to be spoken by some Vietnamese people due to its historical influence and legacy.
Maréchal Pétain
They succeeded in overthrowing the French colonial government, but failed to establish a strong economy.
They succeeded in overthrowing the French colonial government but failed to establish a strong economy.
French was introduced to Madagascar through colonial rule by the French in the 19th century. It became an official language along with Malagasy, and is still widely spoken today, particularly in government, business, and education sectors.
French aristocrats
It was because of French and British 19th century colonisation. They made any African countries they controlled learn French or some English.