Valois Dynasty

The Valois Dynasty was a royal family that ruled France from the late 14th century until the late 16th century. It began with King Charles IV and included notable monarchs like Francis I and Henry II. The dynasty is known for significant events such as the Hundred Years' War and the French Wars of Religion. The Valois kings were patrons of the arts, fostering the Renaissance in France. The dynasty ended with the death of Henry III in 1589, leading to the rise of the Bourbon family and significant changes in French governance and society.