The Count of Angoulême was a title in the French nobility, associated with the region of Angoulême in southwestern France. The title was established in the 12th century and held by various noble families over the centuries. It played a significant role in the feudal system, where counts governed territories and provided military support to the king. One notable holder of the title was Charles de Valois, who became the Count of Angoulême in the early 16th century. His daughter, Francis I, later became King of France, linking the title to the royal family. The title eventually became extinct in the 17th century.