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Philip the Bold (Philip II of Burgundy)

Type Figure Region Burgundy Time 1342–1404 Also known as Philip the Bold、Philippe II de Bourgogne、Philip II, Duke of Burgundy

Founder of the Valois line of Burgundy, created Duke of Burgundy in 1363, youngest son of King John II of France;…

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  1. 1363–1380Dijon · Côte-d'OrCreated Duke of Burgundy in 1363, he acquired Flanders and other lands by marrying Margaret of Flanders, consolidated Burgundian territories between 1369 and 1377, and built a powerful principality. His marriage to Margaret III in 1369 was a key step in Burgundy's rise.
  2. 1380–1388Paris · Île-de-FranceAfter his grand-nephew Charles VI ascended the throne in 1380, he served as regent alongside uncles such as the Duke of Berry, and in 1382 suppressed the Parisian 'Couvcheurs' uprising. After Charles VI declared personal rule in 1388, Philip withdrew to Burgundy but retained enormous influence.
  3. 1392–1404Burgundy · BurgundyAfter Charles VI's madness, Philip re-entered court politics, supporting the Burgundian faction against Louis of Orléans between 1401 and 1404. He died at Halle on 27 April 1404 and was buried at the former monastery of Champmol near Dijon. His son John succeeded him.

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