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As the oldest surviving son of Louis VIII, Louis IX became King of France in 1226. He was too young to rule by himself and there were potential rivals. Louis VIII died on November 8 and Louis IX was switfly crowned in order to avoid all contestations. Indeed the rules of the French succession were still unclear to many for Hugh Capet had been elected rather than succeeding his father. Most French kings were crowned by their father when the latter was still alive to avoid the election. There were exceptions but Louis IX was only 12 years old and was an easy prey. Fortunately enough for the young king he was supported by many powerful nobles that were loyal to the Capetians and took great care to push away from power all potential rivals, the church of France and ultimately the pope himself learly defended this position too.
WI a rebellion broke out and Louis IX was deposed? Who would be string enough to claim the Crown? How is this altering History? Any thoughts?