John II of France

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was John II of France born?April 26, 1319, Château de Vincennes, Kingdom of France
2. When did John II of France die?April 8, 1364, Savoy Palace, London, England
3. What is John II of France known for?Introduction of the franc as a stable currency in 1360
4. What is the territorial impact?The Treaty of Brétigny (1360) resulted in significant territorial concessions to England
5. Who was John II of France?He was king of France from 1350, known as John the Good. He faced the Black Death, wars, and was captured by the English.
6. Why was John II captured at the Battle of Poitiers?The French lost the battle to the English led by Edward the Black Prince, and John was taken prisoner.

Jacquerie: A widespread peasant revolt in northern France in the summer of 1358 during the Hundred Years' War.
Hundred Years' War: A protracted conflict between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France from 1337 to 1453.
Dauphin: The title given to the heir apparent to the throne of France.
Ransom: A sum of money or property demanded in exchange for the release of a captive.