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In 1392, after having signs of mental illness, Charles VI developed the name "Charles the Mad".
King Charles VI of France
By Brett F.
Born in Paris in December 3rd, 1368, Charles VI ruled France from 1380-1422.
Top Ten Facts:
3. Charles VI's first marriage to Isabeau of Bavaria was arranged by his uncle, Philip the Bold.
4. During his career, Charles VI was known as both "Charles the Well Beloved" and "Charles the Mad".
5. Charles VI, in all, had 12 children.
1. When he was only 11 years old, Charles VI was crowned King of France.
2. Charles VI had so many illness attacks that at one point he couldn't even remember who he was.
6. As his uncle, Philip the Bold controlled France for the first eight years of Charles VI's reign.
8. As king of France, Charles VI was a member of the House of Valois.
7. After his death in 1422, Charles VI was succedded by his son Charles VII.
9. One of Charles VI's biggest struggles was invading the English, leading to the Hundred Years' War.
10. It is believed that Charles VI passed on his mental illness to his grandchildren.
Audio Reflection:
King Charles VI died on October 21, 1421 in Paris, France.
