The feud between the French King Philip IV and Catholic Pope Boniface VIII.

Who are these men?

Dec 13, 1301

1-King Philip IV of France who became king at the age of 17 2- Catholic Pope Boniface VIII, who was the current pope at the time, most known for the feud with Dante.

What were they fighting about?

Feb 1, 1302

They were fighting over the fact that the pope said the king must obey the pope.

How did they fight?

Nov 18, 1302

They fought in a verbal way and by the use of documents.

Who won the fight?

Oct 11, 1303

King Philip of France won the battle and from there on the Pope could not tell the monarchs what to do.