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Coronation of Charles VIII of France

When
1483
Where
France
Episodes
1

Charles VIII succeeded to the French throne in August 1483 at age thirteen. The provided sources confirm his accession and early regency but do not contain specific details regarding the coronation ceremony in Reims on 14 May 1484.

Episodes

  1. 30 August 1483 · FranceSuccession

    Charles VIII succeeded to the French throne at age thirteen.

Background and detail

Accession to the Throne. Charles VIII, known as the Affable, became King of France on 30 August 1483. He was thirteen years old at the time of his succession, marking the beginning of his reign which lasted until his death in 1498.

Early Regency. Following his accession, Charles was under the regency of Anne. During this period, the great lords rebelled against royal centralisation efforts in a conflict known as the Mad War, which ultimately resulted in a victory for the royal government.

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Sources

  1. Charles VIII of France Wikipedia

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