Events tagged with "king edward iv"

Historical Events tagged with "king edward iv"

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Politics & Government

Treaty of Picquigny Ends French-English Conflict

August 29th, 1475 549 years ago

The Treaty of Picquigny marked the conclusion of a brief conflict between France and England, stemming from the Hundred Years' War. Negotiated near Picquigny, France, it involved King Louis XI of France and King Edward IV of England, who sought to solidify peace and political ties. The treaty included provisions for an annual payment from France to England, aiming to prevent future hostilities. The agreement effectively ended the military engagements and established a period of calm between the two nations.