Louis IX

noun

1. Saint, 1214?–70, king of France 1226–70.

Louis IX

noun

1. Louis IX, Saint12141270MFrenchPOLITICS: hereditary rulerMISC: crusaderRELIGION: saint known as Saint Louis. 1214–70, king of France (1226–70): led the Sixth Crusade (1248–54) and was held to ransom (1250); died at Tunis while on another crusade

Example Sentences

Upon the south side of the city, on a hill, stands an old castle, said to have been the work of Louis IX.

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For Louis IX during his minority he showed a fathers affection.

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For his valiant mother, Louis IX retained always a passionate admiration.

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That Louis IX understood his age is shown in his dealings with the feudal system.

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The Saracens, abashed by the tranquil spirit of their royal prisoner, Louis ix., mistook his humility for pride.

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