Charles V, called the Wise, was King of France from 1364 to his death. His reign marked an early high point for France during the Hundred Years' War, with his armies recovering much of the territory held by the English, and successfully reversed the military losses of his predecessors. In 1349, as a young prince, Charles received from his grandfather King Philip VI the province of Dauphiné to rule. This allowed him to bear the title "Dauphin" until his coronation, which led to the integration of the Dauphiné into the crown lands of France. After 1350, all heirs apparent of France bore the title of Dauphin until their accession. Charles became regent of France when his father John II was captured by the English at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356. To pay for the defense of the kingdom, Charles raised taxes.
| Predecessor: | John II |
| Successor: | Charles VI |
| Born: | 21 January 1338, Vincennes, France |
| Died: | September 16, 1380, Beauté-sur-Marne, France |
| Burial: | Saint Denis Basilica |
| Issue, more...: | Charles VI of France, Louis I, Duke of Orléans, Catherine of Valois |
| House: | Valois |
| Father: | John II of France |
| Mother: | Bonne of Bohemia |
| Religion: | Roman Catholic |
About Charles V of France
King of France from 1364 to 1380 who helped reclaim many territories lost to the British in the 100 Years' War. However, he was succeeded by his son Charles VI, who went on to lose most of the land that his father had regained .
Before Fame
He was a stark contrast to his father because of his weak stature.
Achievement
He suffered from gout and abscesses that led to his death at a fairly early age.
Family Life
His parents were Prince John II and Princess Bonne.
Associations
Much like him, Henry VIII was a monarch with absolute power.
Information related to Charles V of France
- Dauphins of France
- Dauphins of Viennois
- Ancien Régime in France
- 14th-century peers of France
- House of Valois
- Burials at the Basilica of St Denis
- Male Shakespearean characters
- People of the Hundred Years' War
- 14th-century French people