1306 CE
Expulsion of Jews from France
On July 22, 1306 CE, coinciding with the Jewish fast of Tisha B'Av, King Philip IV of France, also ironically known as King Phillip "the Fair", ordered the sudden arrest and mass expulsion of all Jews from his kingdom. Driven by severe financial difficulties following costly wars in Flanders, Philip seized Jewish property, real estate, and assets.
Approximately 100,000 Jews were forced to leave within one month, causing a wave of immigration to Israel and a subsequent collapse in France's economy.
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In 1306 CE, King Philip IV, called “Philip the Fair,” expelled over 100,000 Jews from France.
Driven by severe financial difficulties following costly wars in Flanders, Philip seized Jewish property, real estate, and assets.
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