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Burgundian State
Also known as Burgundian Netherlands
The Burgundian State was the collection of lands ruled by the Valois dukes of Burgundy, including Burgundy, Flanders and much of the Low Countries. Its court was a centre of art and chivalric culture. After Charles the Bold died in 1477 its lands were split between France and the Habsburgs.
Key facts
| Dates | 1384 – 1482 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | composite duchy |
| Capitals | Dijon, Brussels |
| Founder | Philip the Bold |
| Religion(s) | Catholicism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.