CHARLES VIII
1470 - 1498

Charles was king of France from 1483 - 1498.

Charles' father was Louis XI.

In 1494, Charles started the Italian Wars when he invaded Italy. In 1495, he took Naples.

Here is the map of the territories added by Charles VIII to the royal domain:

1455-1494 England and France
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And this map shows France under Charles VIII:

FRANCE UNDER CHARLES VIII
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1494 Italy (USMA)

1494 Italy (Shepherd)

Check out the French kings on the Governments in History page.