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1. www.royalline.uk › people › king-louis-viii-of-franceKing Louis VIII of France | RoyalLine.uk

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   Louis VIII, known as The Lion, was the King of France from 1223 until his death in 1226. Prior to his kingship, he invaded England in 1216 at the behest of rebellious barons and was declared ‘King of England’ in London, although he was never crowned and did not maintain control.

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   Aug 1, 2016 · Features History. Monarchy Rules: Louis VIII – The French Prince who invaded England. By Moniek Bloks. 1st August 2016. The future Louis VIII of France was born on 5 September 1187 as...

3. www.factmonster.com › bios › franceLouis VIII, king of France | FactMonster

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   Louis VIII, 1187–1226, king of France (1223–26), son and successor of King Philip II. He fought (1215, 1219) against the Albigenses in S France. Invited by English lords in rebellion against their king, John, to become king of England, he invaded (1216) England, although his action caused his excommunication by Pope Innocent III.