Person

Charles III of Naples

1345–1386 · 14th century · Also known as Charles II of Hungary

Charles III of Naples (1345–1386), known as Charles of Durazzo, was a member of the Angevin dynasty. With Hungarian support and the backing of Pope Urban VI he overthrew his cousin Joanna I in 1381 and became king of Naples, and she was killed in 1382. In 1385 he also seized the Hungarian throne, but he was attacked at Buda in February 1386 and died of his wounds.

Charles III of Naples
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