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King Louis I

The 1st King of Southwark, ruled 20 years.

Early Life[]

Louis was born around 463 AD, shortly before the roman empire broke up in 476. Louis grew up in a athesitic home in Rome, Italy. His actual name was Corneius Marcellus (last name unknown). At age 13, he converted to christianity. 

Founding Southwark[]

24 years passed...the roman empire had broken up and modern England was shredded with invading saxons. Louis led 40,000 people over to England and settled near what would later become Shrewsbury. A town was built and a Motte and Bailey Castle established. 

Crowning[]

On May 12th 500 AD, Louis was appointed King Louis I and crowned at the age of 37 with a olive wreath and a gold toga.

Death[]

Despite a 20 year rule of love, Louis died at the age of 58. He was cremated.

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The original Motte and Bailey Southwark palace from an old woodcut

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