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1214 in France

Explore 9 historical events and records for France in 1214.

Historical records for France in 1214

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July

Battle of Bouvines

Philip II ยท Bouvines ยท Warfare / England War

The Battle of Bouvines ensures the succession of Frederick II as Emperor. The Battle of Bouvines ends Johns campaigns in France. The Battle of Bouvines confirms Philip II as ruler of northern France. Phillip II captures Flanders after the Battle of Bouvines. Philip II defeats Otto IV at Bouvines after he had invaded France to assist King John

Bouvines Coalition Defeated

Philip II ยท Flanders ยท Warfare / England War

Philip II defeats the coalition army at Bouvines and strengthens French influence over Flanders.

Capture of Flanders

Philip II ยท Flanders ยท Warfare / England War

Phillip II captures Flanders after the Battle of Bouvines

Invasion of France

Philip II ยท Bouvines ยท Warfare / England War

Philip II defeats Otto IV at Bouvines after he had invaded France to assist King John

Rule of France

Philip II ยท Bouvines ยท Warfare / England War

The Battle of Bouvines ensures the succession of Frederick II as Emperor. The Battle of Bouvines confirms Philip II as ruler of northern France

Rule of Hong Kong

Philip II ยท Hong Kong ยท House / House of Capetian

Takes a lease out on Hong Kong

September

Peace

Philip II ยท Chinon ยท House / House of Capetian

John & Philip make a truce by the peace of Chinon

Other events (month unknown)

Battle of Roche-au-Moine

Philip II ยท Roche-au-Moine ยท Warfare / England War

Defeats King John during his attempts to reconquer lost English territories

Bouvines Victory Strengthens French Position

Philip II ยท Bouvines ยท Warfare / England War

Philip II defeated a coalition that included Flemish forces at Bouvines and consolidated his authority in northern France.

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