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Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis was king of France from 1226 until his death in 1270. | Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis was king of France from 1226 until his death in 1270. | ||
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| + | He is remembered as a king who was fair in justice and was sometimes asked to settle conflicts. He has been called “the ideal Christian ruler”. | ||
Revision as of 12:38, March 1, 2021
| Saint Louis (Louis IX) | |
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| Born | 25 April 1214 Poissy, France |
| Died | 25 August 1270 (aged 56) Tunis, Tunisia |
| Spouse | Margaret of Provence (m. 1234)
9 children
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Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis was king of France from 1226 until his death in 1270.
He is remembered as a king who was fair in justice and was sometimes asked to settle conflicts. He has been called “the ideal Christian ruler”.