Henry VI Claims French Throne

Henry VI of England, a maternal grandson of Charles VI of France, was recognized as the heir to the French throne following the Treaty of Troyes. This treaty was a pivotal agreement that aimed to resolve the ongoing conflict between England and France during the Hundred Years' War. The treaty stipulated that Henry VI would inherit the French crown upon the death of Charles VI, thereby uniting the two crowns under a single monarch. However, this claim was met with significant opposition, leading to a disputed reign that lasted over three decades. Henry VI's rule was characterized by political instability and conflict, as various factions within France contested his legitimacy. The French nobility, particularly those loyal to the Dauphin Charles, rejected Henry's claim, leading to a protracted struggle for power.