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Louis III of France

Louis III (~863 - August 5, 882) was king of France from 879 to 882.

He was the son of Louis II and Ansgarde.

Upon his death in Saint Denis, he was succeeded by his brother Carloman.

Preceded by:
Louis the Stammerer

List of French monarchs

Succeeded by:
Carloman, King of the West Franks

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