How did Louis VII extend the Capetian lands?
By conquest
Through marriage
Through purchase
Via the church
Answer
Louis VII expanded the Capetian territories by marrying Eleanor of Aquitaine, the heiress to the vast Duchy of Aquitaine and Gascony. This strategically advantageous union significantly extended the Capetian influence in southern France, effectively doubling the royal domain and solidifying the monarchy's power. However, the marriage later led to complications, contributing to conflicts and ultimately resulting in their annulment.
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