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Philip VI (French: Philippe; 1293 – 22 August 1350), called the Fortunate (French: le Fortuné) or the Catholic (French: le Catholique) and of Valois, was the first king of France from the House of Valois, reigning from 1328 until his death in 1350.
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Philip VI was the first French king of the Valois dynasty. Reigning at the outbreak of the Hundred Years’ War (1337–1453), he had no means of imposing on his country the measures necessary for the maintenance of his monarchical power, though he continued the efforts of the 13th-century Capetians.
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France - Philip VI, Monarchy, Revolution: Philip VI of Valois (reigned 1328–50), grandson of Philip III, was of mature age when he became regent of France in 1328. Upon the birth of a daughter to the widow of his cousin Charles IV, the familiar issue of the succession was posed anew.
Jun 4, 2017 · King Philip VI was known for: Being the first French king of the Valois dynasty. His reign saw the beginning of the Hundred Years' War and the arrival of the Black Death. Occupations: King. Places of Residence and Influence: France. Important Dates: Born: 1293. Crowned: May 27, 1328. Died: , 1350. About King Philip VI:
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May 21, 2018 · Philip VI (1293-1350) was king of France from 1328 to 1350. His reign began with a crisis in the succession to the crown and culminated in the rupture between the kings of France and England which precipitated the Hundred Years War.
May 31, 2024 · Philip VI. (1293—1350) Quick Reference. (1293–1350) King of France (1328–50), the first of the Valois kings. His right to the throne was challenged by Edward III of England and the Hundred Years War began in 1337. His ill-fated reign also witnessed the Black Death and war with Flanders.
Philip VI ( French: Philippe; 1293 – 22 August 1350), called the Fortunate ( French: le Fortuné) or the Catholic ( French: le Catholique) and of Valois, was the first king of France from the House of Valois, reigning from 1328 until his death in 1350.