Charles II of Valois (Charles II of France)

Charles II of Valois, also known as Charles the Lame, was a French prince born in 1297. He was a member of the powerful House of Valois and the son of King Philip IV of France. Despite being disabled and nicknamed "the Lame," he played a significant role in French politics and military affairs, including serving as regent for his nephew, King Philip VI. His influence helped shape the early 14th-century French monarchy, and he was involved in territorial disputes and alliances that impacted France's history during his lifetime.