Louis XIII of France

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1. When was Louis XIII of France born?September 27, 1601
2. Where was Louis XIII of France born?Château de Fontainebleau, France
3. What is the reign?May 14, 1610 – May 14, 1643
4. What is the regency period?1610-1617 (under Marie de' Medici)
5. When did Louis XIII become king of France?He became king in 1610 after his father was killed. He was nine years old and ruled with his mother at first, then on his own from 1617.
6. Why did Louis XIII like hunting?He loved hunting in places like Fontainebleau, and the hunting grounds showed his control over the land.

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Parlements: High courts of appeal in France, which also had some legislative and administrative functions.
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