Philip VI of France vs Wanyan Shouxu

Upon the death of Charles IV, Philip VI became king of France as the first of the Valois dynasty. His claim was based on Salic law, which excluded female succession. This accession was contested by Edward III of England, leading to the Hundred Years' War.

Philip VI's French fleet was destroyed by the English navy at Sluys. The English victory gave them control of the English Channel and allowed them to invade France. This naval battle was a major setback for Philip and a key early engagement of the Hundred Years' War.

Philip VI's army was decisively defeated by Edward III at Cr

The bubonic plague reached France during Philip VI's reign, causing massive population loss. The pandemic disrupted the economy, weakened the monarchy, and led to social unrest. Philip's government struggled to respond effectively to the crisis.

As Mongol forces approached the Jin capital Kaifeng, Wanyan Shouxu fled the city with his court, moving the capital to Caizhou. This retreat marked the final phase of the Jin dynasty's collapse.

Facing the Mongol advance, Wanyan Shouxu attempted to abdicate the throne to a general, but was persuaded to remain emperor. This event reflected the desperate situation of the Jin court as the Mongols closed in on their remaining territory.

Mongol and Song Chinese forces besieged the Jin capital at Caizhou. Wanyan Shouxu, the last Jin emperor, committed suicide within the city walls as the defenses collapsed, ending the Jin dynasty.