1338-1380 French king noted for his support of scholarship. Known as Charles le Sage (the Wise), he became regent in 1356 after the capture of his father, John II, by the English at Poitiers during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453). In bailing...

Charles V (21 January 1338 – 16 September 1380), called the Wise, was King of France from 1364 to his death and a member of the House of Valois. His reign marked a high point for France during the Hundred Years' War, with his armies recovering much of...

The warrior bursts out from under cover, throwing himself with all his strength against the forces of evil. Equipped with the latest military technology, he storms into battle like an automaton. His face shows only a grim determination to destroy his terrified enemies...

Composer/singer Charles Trenet is considered one of the pioneers of modern French music. Trenets songs are typified with catchy melodies and apt lyrics which made them very popular. Trenet attracted all types of audiences: the young, the old, the elite, the working class and...

A basic overview of the reign of Charles V and his military tactics.