Louis IX (Saint)

Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis, was the King of France from 1226 to 1270. He is renowned for his piety, commitment to justice, and efforts to improve the lives of his subjects. Louis led two crusades to the Holy Land and was known for his strong diplomatic skills. He was canonized as a saint in 1297 for his moral integrity and charitable works. His legacy includes the establishment of a centralized French state and significant contributions to law and governance. Louis IX is often celebrated as a model of Christian kingship in medieval Europe.