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

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

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

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

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

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