Research topic: Louis IX

Louis IX or Saint Louis, 1214-70, king of France (1226-70), son and successor of Louis VIII. His mother, Blanche of Castile , was regent during his minority (1226-34), and her regency probably lasted even after Louis reached his majority; she was his chief adviser until her death. During the early years of the reign, the queen mother suppressed several revolts of the great nobles, led by Pierre Mauclerc ( Peter I ), duke of Brittany, and supported by Duke Raymond VII of Toulouse and King Henry III of England. In 1240-43, Louis subdued new revolts in S France, securing the submission... Read more