The reasons for the unification of France in the 12-14 centuries.

One of the main reasons for the unification of France was that the kings sought to regain power and control over the French lands, which at that time (10-12 centuries) were in the hands of large feudal lords. This state of affairs turned the Frankish kingdom into a fragmented state, where feudal wars were constantly going on. Relying on the support of small and medium feudal lords, the French kings gradually expanded their possessions. Philip was able to achieve significant success in this matter on 2 August. He was able to capture Normandy and annex the territory of the County of Toulouse.