During the Italian wars, the practice of resident diplomats spread throughout Europe, thus developing the machinery still in use today for conducting international diplomatic business.

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This statement is true. The Italian Wars (1494-1559) saw the rise of resident diplomats who were sent to foreign courts to represent their home countries. This practice eventually became widespread throughout Europe and is still used today.

During the Italian Wars, the Practice of Resident Diplomats Spread