Battle of Furnes
The Flemish are defeated at the Battle of Furnes during their struggle for independence from France
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1297 in France
Explore 9 historical events and records for France in 1297.
Historical records for France in 1297
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Canonization
His piety, concern for justice & death on the Crusades leads to his canonization
Furnes Victory over Flemish Forces
Philip IV's forces defeat Flemish resistance near Furnes during the struggle for control of Flanders.
Independence of France
The Flemish are defeated at the Battle of Furnes during their struggle for independence from France
Invasion of Scotland
Accompanies Edward I on his invasion of Scotland
Royal Ward
Appointed Royal Ward for the future Edward II
Rule of Aquitaine
Accepts the arbitration of the Pope to restore Aquitaine to Edward I
Rule of Flanders
The Flemish are defeated at the Battle of Furnes during their struggle for independence from France
Rule of Gascony
The Pope intervenes, England & France agree peace & Gascony is returned to England
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