Charles, Count of Maine facts for kids
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Charles of Anjou
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| Born | 14 October 1414 Château de Montils-lez-Tours |
| Died | 10 April 1472 (aged 57) Neufvy-en-Touraine |
| Buried | Le Mans Cathedral |
| Family | Valois-Anjou |
| Spouses | Cobella Ruffo Isabelle of Luxembourg |
| Issue | Charles IV, Duke of Anjou |
| Father | Louis II, Duke of Anjou |
| Mother | Yolande of Aragon |
Charles du Maine (born 1414, died 1472) was a French prince. He was a close relative of the king. Charles was also an important advisor to Charles VII of France. Charles VII was his brother-in-law. This was during the time of the Hundred Years' War. Charles du Maine was the third son of Louis II, Duke of Anjou and Yolande of Aragon.
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His Marriages and Family
Charles du Maine was married twice. Both marriages helped him gain more land and power.
First Marriage
In 1434, Charles married Cobella Ruffo. She was the Countess of Montalto and Corigliano. They had one son together named Jean Louis Marin. Sadly, their son died when he was a baby. Cobella passed away in 1442.
Second Marriage
In 1443, Charles married Isabelle of Luxembourg. She was the daughter of Peter I of Luxembourg, Count of Saint-Pol. Charles and Isabelle had two children:
- Louise of Anjou (1445–1477). She married Jacques d'Armagnac, Duke of Nemours in 1462.
- Charles IV, Duke of Anjou (1446–1481). He later became a duke.
Charles also had an illegitimate daughter named Mary of Anjou. She married Thomas Courtenay, who was the 6th Earl of Devon.
His Role in Wars
Charles du Maine was a military leader. He helped the French kings in their battles.
Helping King Charles VII
In 1437, Charles fought for King Charles VII of France. He helped capture the towns of Montereau and Pontoise in 1441. During this time, his brother, René of Anjou, gave him the title of Count of Maine. Charles continued to join King Charles VII in his military campaigns.
A Family Dispute
There was a disagreement over the county of Guise. This was between Charles and Isabelle's brother, Louis of Luxembourg, Count of Saint-Pol. They settled the dispute by giving the county to Isabelle as part of her dowry.
Fighting for King Louis XI
In 1465, Charles led the rearguard for King Louis XI of France. This was during the Battle of Montlhéry. The rearguard is the part of an army that protects the main force from behind.
See also
In Spanish: Carlos IV de Maine para niños
