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Jan 17, 1000
France is divided
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Period: Jan 17, 1180 to Jan 17, 1223
Philip II's rule
Philip II was also known as Philip Augustus. He was one of the most powerful Capetians. He did whatever he could to achieve his goals. He wanted more land and a stronger central government. He established royal officials called bailiffs. They were sent to collect taxes. -
Jan 17, 1204
Philip II seized Normandy from King John
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Period: Jan 17, 1226 to Jan 17, 1270
France's central government
The government became stronger during the reign of Philip II's grandson, Louis IX. He was known as the ideal king. He was made a saint by the Catholic church. He created a French appeals court, which could overrun the desicions of the local courts. These strenghtened the monarchy while weakening feudal ties. -
Period: Jan 17, 1285 to Jan 17, 1314
Philip IV's rule
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Jan 17, 1302
Philip IV's quarrel
Philip IV had a quarrel with the pope about the priest paying taxes. The pope did not want the priests to pay taxes to the king, but Philip IV disputed this. The king called a meeting with lords, bishops, and commoners to gain support. -
Jan 17, 1328
Hugh Capet succeeded Louis the Sluggard
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Louis the Sluggard died
He was the last member of the Carolingian family.
