Louis IX

Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis was king of France from 1226 until his death in 1270.

Louis IX
King of France
In office November 8, 1226 – August 25, 1270
Preceded by	Louis VIII
Succeeded by	Philip III
Born	April 25, 1214 Poissy, France
Died	August 25, 1270 Tunisia

He is remembered as a king who was fair in justice and was sometimes asked to settle conflicts. He has been called “the ideal Christian ruler”.