Louis de Revol

Louis de Revol (* 1531 in Saint Pierre de Paladru, Isère, † September 24, 1594 ) was the first French foreign minister from 1589 until his death in 1594, he is regarded as the world's first Foreign Minister, who was responsible for all external relations..

Life and career

Louis de Revol was born as the son of Pierre and Marguerite Revol Pelissone. After Henry III. the Office had created Revol became its first minister. Previously, he worked as one of four state secretaries. He was the first incumbent of the ministry and saw the king every day at 5:00 clock.

Revol oversaw a commis and six employees.

  • Secretary of State for Maison du Roi from 1588 to 1594 under Henry IV
  • Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs from 15 September 1588 to 24 September 1594 under Henry IV
  • Secretary of State for War from 1 January 1589 to 1594 under Henry IV
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