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| Born | 863/864 France |
| Died | August 5, 882 (aged 17-19) St Denis, Paris |
Louis III (864 – 5 August 882) was the king of West Francia from 879 until his death in 882. The eldest son of king Louis II and his first wife Ansgarde of Burgundy, he succeeded his father and ruled jointly with his younger brother Carloman II, who became sole ruler after Louis's death. Louis's short reign was marked by military success.
Death
He died after hitting his head on a lintel whilst chasing a girl attempting to take shelter.
Reign
His reign lasted from 879 until 882, he short reign was marked by military success.
Successor
Carloman II succeeded him having already reigned as co-monarch for a few years.