French colonial empire

The French colonial empire consisted of the overseas colonies, protectorates, and mandate territories that came under French rule from the 16th century onward.

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Which happened first?

• French colonial empire began 2 years after Duchy of Florence
• French colonial empire began 2 years before Denmark–Norway
• French colonial empire began 3 years before Neo-Inca State
• French colonial empire began 3 years before Kaabu
• French colonial empire began 4 years after Duchy of Mantua

Timeline

1. Duchy of MantuaMarch 25, 1530 – October 17, 1797
2. Duchy of Florence1532–1569
3. French colonial empire (this page)1534–1980
4. Denmark–Norway1536–1814
5. Kaabu1537–1867
6. Neo-Inca State1537 – June 24, 1572

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