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Controller General Of Finances
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Historical Development and Foundation
The precursor to the modern office emerged during the reign of Philip IV of France(d. 1314), initially under titles such as Surintendant des finances (Superintendent of Finances). These early roles were often temporary, established to manage specific crises or campaigns.
The formal, permanent establishment of the office is conventionally dated to December 22, 1666, under Louis XIV. This reorganization was orchestrated by Jean-Baptiste Colbert, who served …