John II of France

MedievalEmperorFrance1319 — 1364

John the Good, captured at the Battle of Poitiers.

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Quick Facts

Born

1319

Died

1364

Country

France

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score37.5

John II of France — Complete Timeline

1356 AD

Battle of PoitiersWar

John II led a French army against the English under Edward the Black Prince at Poitiers. The French were defeated, and John was captured along with many nobles. This was a major disaster for France, leading to a ransom demand and political crisis.

BattleCaptureHundred Years' War

Impact: regionaltragic

1360 AD

Treaty of BrétignyPolitical Action◆ Major

John II, while still a prisoner in England, agreed to the Treaty of Br

TreatyRansomTerritorial Cession

Impact: regional

1364 AD

Return to England as PrisonerPolitical Action

After his release, John II voluntarily returned to England when a hostage, his son Louis, escaped captivity. John cited his honor and the terms of the Treaty of Br

HonorCaptivityDeath

Impact: nationaltragic