NameLouis VII “The Younger” Capet , King of France
Birth1121
Death18 Sep 1180, Paris, France
Misc. Notes
NickNames:
The Younger
Titles:
King of France (1137 - 1180)
In 1179, Louis became the first king of France to visit England, making a pilgrimage to Canterbury to pray for St. Thomas Becket's help in curing his son. Louis spent a night at Becket's tomb, and made several offerings. One, the "Regale of France", was considered the finest gem in Europe and several centuries later was appropriated by King Henry VIII, who wore it on his thumb.
Portrayed by Sir John Gielgud in the 1964 film, "Becket."
Portrayed by Charles Kay in the 1978 BBC-2 series, "The Devil's Crown."
Spouses
Birthabt 1140
Death4 Jun 1206, Paris, France
BurialAbbey of Fontigny, France