France Flashcards
What took up Charles time after the Diet of Worms?
War with France.
What was the fundamental cause of war?
Over territory.
Whattwo years did Charles prioritise dealing with France?
1521 and 1525.
What did the French king and Charles fight over in 1521?
Milan.
Where did Charles defeat Francis in 1525?
At the battle of Pavia.
What did Charles force Francis to sign when captured him after the battle of Pavia?
The treaty of Madrid 1526.
What were the conditions in the treaty of Madrid?
For Francis to give up claims to territory, pay a large ransom and end aggressive behaviour.
What did Francis do after he was freed?
He went back on his promises.
How did this affect Charles ability to deal with Lutheranism?
He could only deal with Lutherans when there was peace in France.
What did Francis finance and support?
The Schmalkaldic League.
What territory did the French take that humiliated Charles and ultimately led to his abdication?
Metz
