Fulk I of Anjou was a prominent nobleman in the 10th century, known for his role as the Count of Anjou. He was born around 890 and became the first to hold the title of Count in the region, establishing the foundations for the future power of the House of Anjou. His reign marked the beginning of a significant lineage that would influence French history. Fulk I was instrumental in expanding his territory through strategic marriages and military campaigns. He married Roscille, the daughter of the Count of Maine, which strengthened his political alliances. His legacy continued through his descendants, who played crucial roles in the politics of medieval France.