What law prevented Anne's daughters from succeeding to the French throne?
Salic Law
Law of Succession
Bourbon Law
Napoleonic Code
Answer
The Salic Law, a customary rule that prohibited women from inheriting the French throne, hindered Anne's daughters from succeeding their father, despite being his legitimate heirs. This law favored succession through the male lineage, ensuring the continuation of power within male members of the royal family.
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