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Which 1539 ordinance by Francis I made French the official language of law and administration, replacing Latin?

Answer: Ordinance of Villers-Cotterets — The Ordinance of Villers-Cotterets is the oldest French legislation still partly in force and established French as the language of all official documents.

The Ordinance of Villers-Cotterets is the oldest French legislation still partly in force and established French as the language of all official documents.

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