Death of Charles VIII
Death of Charles VIII, the last of the elder branch of the House of Valois. Death of Charles VIII, he throne passes to a cousin, the duc dOrleans, who reigns as King Louis XII
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1498 in France
Explore 2 historical events and records for France in 1498.
Historical records for France in 1498
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Succession
Succeeds as King of France, Duke of Orleans until he succeeded his cousin Charles VIII
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