Valois Valois

Valois - Definition and Overview

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Capetian dynasty
Valois dynasty
Bourbon dynasty
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The Valois Dynasty succeeded the Capetian Dynasty as rulers of France from 1328-1589. They were descendants of Charles of Valois, the third son of King Philip III and based their claim to be ahead of Edward III of England on a reintroduction of the Salic law.

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List of Valois kings of France

List of Valois Dukes of Burgundy


Salic Law meant that with the extinction of the Valois line, the Bourbon Dynasty followed as descendents of [[Louis IX of France|Louis IX]].

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Example Usage of Valois

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