
D'Artagnan (Charles de Batz-Castelmore d'Armanac)
D'Artagnan, whose full name is Charles de Batz-Castelmore d'Armanac, was a 17th-century French musketeer and the inspiration for Alexandre Dumas' fictional character in *The Three Musketeers*. Originally a Gascon adventurer, he rose to prominence as a loyal and brave member of King Louis XIII’s musketeers, known for his swordsmanship and strategic mind. His adventures symbolize loyalty, courage, and honor. Historically, he served as a key figure in France's military and court affairs, blending fact with legendary storytelling that helped shape the romantic image of the noble musketeer.