The Duke of Angoulême was a title held by members of the French royal family, particularly associated with the House of Bourbon. The most notable Duke of Angoulême was Charles-Philippe de Bourbon, who lived from 1775 to 1844. He was the son of King Charles X of France and played a significant role during the July Revolution of 1830, which led to the abdication of his father. As a military leader, the Duke of Angoulême participated in various campaigns, including the Spanish War of Independence. His title and lineage connected him to the broader history of the French monarchy, particularly during the turbulent periods of the French Revolution and the subsequent restoration of the Bourbon monarchy.