Peace Treaty
Peace was concluded on 12 April 1365 by the first treaty of Guerande which established John de Montfort as Duke of Brittany. He did not reject completely the claims of the Penthievre family, and established the law of succession in Brittany:
- The Duchy will be transmitted from male to male in the family of Montfort;
- In the absence of male offspring, it will switch to males of the family of Penthievre.
- Jeanne retained the prerogative of Penthièvre and the Viscouncy of Limoges;
Charles V did not oppose the elevation of John, fearing that he might declare homage to Edward of England, his protector and stepfather. In addition, France was clearly depleted in the context of 100 years war. He therefore recognized the Duke, received his oath, and won the friendship by this policy of the Breton nobility.
Read more about this topic: Breton War Of Succession
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