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1338 in France

Explore 5 historical events and records for France in 1338.

Historical records for France in 1338

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Bishop

Innocent VI ยท Noyon ยท Bishop of Noyon ยท Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Appointed Bishop of Noyon

Invasion of Guienne

Philip VI ยท Guienne ยท Warfare / Hundred Years War

Edward III claims the French throne & Philip declares Edward's French fiefs forfeit

Negotiates Imperial Reconciliation

Benedict XII ยท Avignon ยท Pope ยท Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Benedict XII explored a possible accommodation with Emperor Louis IV but could not resolve the longstanding conflict over imperial authority.

Reform of Church Governance

Philip VI ยท Paris ยท Warfare / Hundred Years War

The Pope allows Philip to levy contributions from the French Clergy for 2 yrs

Responds to German Electors

Benedict XII ยท Avignon ยท Pope ยท Religion / Roman Catholic Church

The pope faced renewed resistance from supporters of Louis IV who asserted imperial rights independently of papal approval.

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