Council of Beaugency
France [1104]
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The Council of Beaugency in 1104 was a significant church synod held in Beaugency, France. Its primary action was the excommunication of Philip I, the King of France. This action was taken because Philip I had repudiated his queen and subsequently abducted and married the wife of the count of Anjou. The council's decision reflected the church's authority in matters of marriage and royal conduct during that era.1
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