What was one of Philip IV's major failures as a ruler?
Economic prosperity
Military reform
Cultural decline
Educational reform
Answer
Military reform was one of Philip IV's major failures as a ruler. Despite his attempts to modernize the French army, his reforms were largely unsuccessful. The army remained poorly trained and equipped, and Philip's reliance on foreign mercenaries weakened its effectiveness. As a result, France suffered a series of military defeats, including the Battle of Crécy in 1346 and the Battle of Poitiers in 1356.
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