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In 1384, in order to suppress a revolt against his relative Edward of Savoy, Bishop of Sion, Amadeus led an army that attacked and pillaged Sion. In 1388, he acquired territories in eastern Provence and the port city of Nice, thus giving the County of Savoy access to the Mediterranean Sea.
Amadeus VII (born 1360, Chambéry, Savoy [now in France]—died Nov. 1, 1391, Ripaille) was the count of Savoy (1383–91), during whose short rule the county of Savoy acquired Nice and other Provençal towns.
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Amadeus VII (24 February 1360 – 1 November 1391), known as the Red Count, was Count of Savoy from 1383 to 1391. Biography. Amadeus was born in Chambéry on 24 February 1360, the son of Count Amadeus VI of Savoy and Bonne of Bourbon. Although he succeeded his father in 1383, he had to share power with his mother.
Amadeus VII (24 February 1360 - 1 November 1391), known as the Red Count, was Count of Savoy from 1383 to 1391. Biography. Amadeus was born in Chambéry on 24 February 1360, the son of Count Amadeus VI of Savoy and Bonne of Bourbon. Although he succeeded his father in 1383, he had to share power with his mother.
Amadeus VII (1360-1391), known as "the Red Count," was the Count of Savoy from 1383 to 1391. He acquired territories in Provence and Nice, and died of tetanus due to a hunting accident. His will caused a dispute between his mother and wife.
Amadeus VII (24 February 1360 – 1 November 1391), known as the Red Count, was Count of Savoy from 1383 to 1391.
Jan 22, 2016 · Amadeus VII, Count of Savoy Amadeus VII (March 1360, Chambéry – November 1, 1391), known as the Red Count, was Count of Savoy from 1383 to 1391.Amadeus was the son of Amadeus VI, Count of Savoy...
