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The Duchy of Brittany (Breton: Dugelezh Breizh, [dyˈɡɛːlɛs ˈbrɛjs]; French: Duché de Bretagne) was a medieval feudal state that existed between approximately 939 and 1547. Its territory covered the northwestern peninsula of Europe, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the English Channel to the north.
- List of Rulers of Brittany
List of monarchs of Brittany. This is a list of monarchs of...
- History of Brittany
The history of Brittany may refer to the entire history of...
- List of Rulers of Brittany
The Duchy of Brittany ( Breton: Dugelezh Breizh, [ dyˈɡɛːlɛs ˈbrɛjs]; French: Duché de Bretagne) was a medieval feudal state that existed between approximately 939 and 1547. Its territory covered the northwestern peninsula of Europe, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the English Channel to the north.
In 939 AD, Alain II established the Duchy of Brittany, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s history. Over the following centuries, various Breton feudal dynasties held sway over the duchy. During the Hundred Years’ War , Brittany became a focal point of conflict between the kings of France and England, each vying for control of its ...
3 days ago · Overview. Duchy of Brittany. Quick Reference. House of Nantes. House of Rennes. House of Cornouaille. House of Plantagenet. House of Dreux. House of Montfort. Notes. Chronology. Some dates down to 988 may vary by a year or so. Names and Titles.
The union of the Duchy of Brittany with the Crown of France was the culmination of a political process begun at the end of the 15th century in the wake of the Mad War. It resulted in the Edict of Union of 13 August 1532 and the incorporation of the duchy into the Crown lands of France, a critical step in the formation of modern-day France.
