King Philip VI of France

Ruler Philip VI of France Ruler Philip VI was otherwise called: in French, Philippe de Valois Ruler Philip VI was known for: Beingâ the first French lord of the Valois tradition. His rule saw the start of the Hundred Years War and the appearance of the Black Death. Occupations: Ruler Spots of Residence and Influence: France Significant Dates: Born: 1293Crowned: May 27, 1328Died: , 1350 About King Philip VI: Philip was a cousin to rulers: Louis X, Philip V, and Charles IV were the remainder of the immediate line of Capetian lords. At the point when Charles IV kicked the bucket in 1328, Philip got official until Charles widow brought forth what was relied upon to be the following ruler. The kid was female and, Philip guaranteed, was subsequently ineligible to lead under Salic Law. The main other male claimaint was Englands Edward III, whose mother was the late lords sister and who, because of similar limitations of Salic Law with respect to females, was additionally banned from progression. In this way, in May of 1328, Philip of Valois became King Philip VI of France. In August of that year, the check of Flanders spoke to Philip for help in putting down a revolt. The lord reacted by sending his knights to butcher thousands at the Battle of Cassel. Not long from that point onward, Robert of Artois, who had helped Philip secure the crown, asserted the countship of Artois; yet a regal petitioner did as such, also. Philip initiated legal procedures against Robert, transforming his one-time supporter into an unpleasant adversary. It wasnt until 1334 that inconvenience started with England. Edward III, who didnt especially like giving recognition to Philip for his property in France, chose to mock Philips understanding of Salic Law and make a case for the French crown through his moms line. (Edward was in all probability prodded on in his animosity toward Philip by Robert of Artois.) In 1337 Edward arrived on French soil, and what might later be known as the Hundred Years War started. So as to take up arms Philip needed to raise charges, and so as to raise charges he needed to make concessions to the respectability, the ministry, and the bourgeoisie. This brought about the ascent of the bequests and the start of a change development in the pastorate. Philip likewise experienced issues with his committee, a considerable lot of whom were affected by the amazing Duke of Burgundy. The appearance of plague in 1348 pushed a large number of these issues to the foundation, yet they were still there (alongside the plague) when Philip kicked the bucket in 1350. More King Philip VI Resources: Lord Philip VI on the Web Philip VIConcise introduction at Infoplease.Philippe VI de Valois (1293-1349)Very brief bio at the official site of France. The Hundred Years War Ordered Index Topographical Index List by Profession, Achievement, or Role in Society The content of this record is copyright  ©2005-2015 Melissa Snell. You may download or print this record for individual or school use, as long as the URL underneath is incorporated. Authorization isn't allowed to repeat this archive on another site. For distribution authorization, pleaseâ contact Melissa Snell. The URL for this record is:http://historymedren.about.com/od/pwho/fl/King-Philip-VI-of-France.htm