We, the townspeople, stand with the King. Why wouldn't we? The local counts and dukes only care for their own power, but the King protects our markets and grants us charters. When Philip fought at the , we prayed for his victory, for his strength is our security. France is no longer a collection of quarreling lands; it is becoming a kingdom, and Paris is its beating heart. Key Historical Facts used in the Story:
Philip II Augustus successfully took Normandy and other French lands from the English (John Lackland). We, the townspeople, stand with the King
Merchants and townspeople supported the King against the feudal lords because a strong central power protected trade and order. When Philip fought at the , we prayed
My name is Jean, and I have lived in Paris all my life. I remember when the streets were nothing but mud and the King's word barely reached beyond our city walls. But times have changed under our King, . Merchants and townspeople supported the King against the
A decisive victory that cemented Philip's authority and the unification process.
Philip II is famous for paving Paris streets and building the Louvre as a defensive fortress.