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Louis XI

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Louis XI — King of France from 1461 to 1483, who enlarged the royal domain by diplomacy
A rebel son turned methodical king, he attached vast lands to the domain, by treaties, purchases and inheritances rather than battles. He ended a recluse under guard at Plessis, governing by letters. (Editorial synthesis)
Louis XI was born on 3 July 1423 (Julian calendar). (source: Larousse)
Louis XI was born in Bourges. (source: Larousse)
Louis XI died on 30 August 1483 (Julian calendar). (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
Louis XI died in La Riche. (source: Base Mérimée and Larousse)
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