Born in 1052
Philip I of France
Ruled as King of France from 1059 until death in 1108. His reign was marked by conflicts involving the papacy and the monarchy known as the Investiture Controversy. Engaged in various territorial disputes and involvement in the First Crusade. Consolidated royal power in France and strengthened the Capetian dynasty. Philip's rule saw the gradual increase of the king's authority amidst ongoing conflicts with both nobility and the church.
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Ruled as Count of Holland from approximately 1039 until death in 1091. Strengthened the county's position in the region through strategic marriages and alliances. Played a significant role in the local politics of the region, maintaining authority over the territory. His tenure was marked by efforts to enhance the influence of Holland among neighboring counties.
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