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Louis VI - king of France whose military victories consolidated his reign (1081-1137)

Louis the Bruiser, Louis the Far, Louis the Wideawake

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Huh also emphasizes contrast: "When I think of feminine elements, I turn toward traditional design, such as the curvilinear shapes of Louis VI pieces, floral or other nature-inspired textiles and wallpapers, trims and passementerie, and traditional curtain and furniture making,'' she says.

Embracing the 'new feminine' in home decor

3) In his view, the government of France was restored only with the accession of Louis VI in 1108.

Bertrada de Montfort, Peter Abelard, and Adelard of Bath: the critique of authority in the early twelfth century

It was also the year that Louis VI was born on December 1.

Oldest pub in Wales to reopen; GRADE II LISTED INN DATES TO 11TH CENTURY

Abbot Suger himself was highly placed politically; he served King Louis VI and then was an adviser to Louis VII (1).

On gothic cathedrals and contemporary science

Its first mention comes in the 12th century, when King Louis VI of France is said to have tasted it during a visit to the region.

Le Fromage

Playing chess over the internet is commonplace today, while games by correspondence date back to 1119, when Henry I of England played Louis VI of France.

MAKING YOUR MOVE

La concession de I'eglise Saint-Pierre-Le Puellier et son bourg en 1119 a Saint-Martin par le roi Louis VI renforce la bipartition de la ville et la concurrence entre Saint-Martin et I'autorite episcopale qui possedait des droits sur cette eglise.

La fabrique de la ville

Louis VI of France arranged Eleanor's marriage to his son Louis and the couple became involved in the crusades.