Historical eventJuly 141223

Louis VIII of France

Louis VIII (seal pictured) began his three-year reign as King of France.

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When
Friday, July 14 1223803 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
13th century · 1220s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1223.

What happened

Louis VIII (seal pictured) began his three-year reign as King of France.

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When did Louis VIII of France happen?

July 14 1223 — 803 years ago, on a Friday.

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