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Burgundian Revolt (1088)

Type Event Region Europe Time 1088–1089

In 1088, a noble revolt broke out in the Duchy of Burgundy against the expansion of French royal authority, led by Duke Odo I with local bishops and …

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  1. 1087–1088Dijon · Côte-d'OrPhilip I's attempts to extend his dominion over Burgundy's church and nobility provoked a strong backlash from Duke Odo I and local bishops. In early 1088 Burgundian lords began to muster arms and openly rejected the king's appointed bishop candidates.
  2. 1088Eastern frontier of Burgundy · BurgundyIn 1088 Burgundian noble forces clashed with royal vassals on the duchy's eastern frontier. Odo I, relying on local knightly superiority and church support, thwarted Philip I's attempt to conquer the duchy in the short term.
  3. 1088–1089Duchy of Burgundy · BurgundyThe revolt did not lead to the partition of the duchy, but compelled the Capetian house to recognize Burgundy's considerable autonomy in church appointments and local justice. Around 1089 the two sides reached a de facto truce, and Burgundy retained its semi-independent status.

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