Charles VIII

Charles VIII may refer to:

  • Charles VIII of Sweden, actually Charles II of Sweden, Charles I of Norway (1409–1470)
  • Charles VIII of France, "the Affable" (1470–1498)
  • Carlos VIII (disambiguation), regnal name of two claimants to the Spanish throne

Famous quotes containing the words charles and/or viii:

    “But if that Golden Age would come again,
    And Charles here rule as he before did reign;”
    —Robert Herrick (1591–1674)

    “I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love.... I now quit altogether public affairs, and I lay down my burden.”
    —Edward VIII (1894–1972)