Charles the Bold

Charles the Bold, also called the Rash, was Duke of Burgundy from 1467 to 1477. A member of the House of Valois-Burgundy, he was the only surviving legitimate son of Philip the Good and his third wife, Isabella of Portugal. As heir and as ruler, Charles competed for power with rivals including his overlord, King Louis XI of France. In 1465, Charles played a leading role in the War of the Public Weal.

Occupation

politician, mint lord

Position held

monarch

Citizenship

Kingdom of France

Born

November 10, 1433

Died

January 5, 1477