Death of Louis XII
Death of Louis XII, succeeded by his cousin & son-in-law Francis, Count of Angouleme
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1515 in France
Explore 9 historical events and records for France in 1515.
Historical records for France in 1515
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January
September
Battle of Marignano
Claude serves under Francis I during the French victory at Marignano
Battle of Marignano
Pope Clement VII forms an alliance with the victor of Marignano. Francis I, King of France, in alliance with the Venetians, achieves a hard-fought victory over the Swiss cantons
November
Birth of Mary of Guise
Mary of Guise is born in Lorraine and later becomes queen consort of James V and mother of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Other events (month unknown)
Capture of Lombardy
Victorious against the Holy League in Northern Italy & gains possession of Lombardy
Concordat
The King of France is given the leadership of the gallican Church
Joyous Entry
Charles of Habsburg receives ceremonial loyalty in Bruges.
Succession
Succeeds as King of France, son of Charles Count of Angouleme
Victory at Marignano
Victorious against the Holy League in Northern Italy & gains possession of Lombardy
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