Peace of Westphalia24 October 1648
France gains influence in Alsace and along the Rhine.
Historical person
Louis XIV Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Louis XIV, based on 10 World History Database records associated with France.
10 records1648–16734 events8 places
Chronological biography
1648
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
France receives important Habsburg rights and influence in Alsace.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
France gains control of Breisach and strengthens its Rhine frontier.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
French possession of Metz is confirmed in the settlement.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
France receives garrison rights at Philippsburg on the Rhine.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
French possession of Toul is confirmed under the peace terms.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
French possession of Verdun is confirmed as part of the Three Bishoprics.
Treaty of Westphalia24 October 1648
France emerges from the settlement with increased influence on the Rhine.
1673
French Capture of Maastricht13 June 1673
Takes Maastricht after a rapid siege directed by French engineers.
Siege of Maastricht13 June 1673
Leads the royal campaign against the strategically important fortress.
Titles and roles
King
Record provenance
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