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Couronnement Charles VI le Fol, The coronation of Charles VI of France in 1380

Coronation of King Charles VI of France

by Dan Moorhouse
November 4, 2021November 10, 2021
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The Coronation of King Charles VI of France took place in Rheims on 4th November 1380. Coronation ceremonies are full of symbolism, mystery and grandiose shows for public consumption. In Medieval France, this included holy…

La Hire

by Dan Moorhouse
April 25, 2021January 12, 2023
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Etienne de Vignolles (La Hire) La Hire was the common name for Etienne de Vignolles. Born in 1390 he became one of the best known and respected of French military commanders of the 1420s and…