Treaty of Valognes facts for kids
The Treaty of Valognes was an agreement made on September 10, 1355. It was signed by two kings: Charles II of Navarre and John II of France. The main goal was to bring them together. They wanted to team up against Edward III of England. This was to get ready for more fighting in the Hundred Years' War. Before this treaty, Charles and John had been disagreeing. Charles thought he should be the King of France.
What Was the Treaty of Valognes?
The Treaty of Valognes was signed in a town called Valognes. It happened in France in 1355. This agreement was very important. It tried to stop a big fight between two kings. These kings were Charles II of Navarre and John II of France. They wanted to join forces. Their plan was to fight against King Edward III of England. This was all part of the long conflict known as the Hundred Years' War.
Key Players in the Treaty
- Charles II of Navarre: He was also known as Charles the Bad. Charles was the King of Navarre. He had a claim to the French throne. This often put him at odds with the French king.
- John II of France: He was known as John the Good. John was the King of France. He was trying to keep his kingdom safe. He also wanted to end the fighting with Charles of Navarre.
- Edward III of England: He was the King of England. Edward was a major enemy of France. He was fighting to gain control of French lands.
A Shaky Peace
Before the Valognes treaty, there was another agreement. It was called the Treaty of Mantes. This treaty was signed on February 22, 1354. King John of France made peace with Charles of Navarre then. But this peace did not last very long. Charles of Navarre soon made a new friend. He formed an alliance with Henry of Grosmont. Henry was the first Duke of Lancaster from England.
However, the very next year, Charles signed the Treaty of Valognes. He signed it with King John of France. This was a second attempt at peace between them. But just like the first treaty, this one also did not last long. The kings continued to have disagreements.
