The ____ were the most powerful northern European rulers during much of the 15th century.

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The dukes of Burgundy, particularly Philip the Good and Charles the Bold, were the most powerful rulers in northern Europe during much of the 15th century. They controlled a large portion of present-day France, Belgium, and Netherlands, and were known for their wealth, patronage of the arts, and military might. The popes of Rome, guilds, and kings of England were important during this time as well, but not as dominant as the dukes of Burgundy.

The ____ Were the Most Powerful Northern European Rulers During