1003 ⟶ Robert II of France's Invasion and Annexation of Burgundy
Robert II of France invades the Duchy of Burgundy, then rule...
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France⚔️ Robert II of France's Invasion and Annexation of Burgundy
Robert II of France invades the Duchy of Burgundy, then ruled by Otto-William, Duke of Burgundy; the initial invasion is unsuccessful, but Robert II eventually gains the acceptance of the Roman Catholic Church in 1016 and annexes Burgundy into his realm.⟶
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