People Who Died in 1108
Philip I of France
King of France during the Investiture Controversy
Born
May 23rd, 1052 972 years ago
Died
July 29th, 1108 916 years ago — 56 years old
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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