Arrest of Charles I the Simple
Charles is defeated & imprisoned
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
923 in France
Explore 6 historical events and records for France in 923.
Historical records for France in 923
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June
Assassination of Robert
Has Robert killed, he had usurped the throne the previous year
Battle of Soissons
Charles is defeated & imprisoned. After the battle the Barons elect Rudolf Duke of Burgundy to the throne
Battle of Soissons
Robert is killed in battle although he defeats Charles the Simples army
Succession
The Barons elect Rudolf Duke of Burgundy to the throne
Arrest of Charles I the Simple
Imprisoned by the rebels but the conflict continues
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