Jacques Le Gris was a French knight and a central figure in the historical event known as the Trial of the Century in 1386. He was accused of raping Marguerite de Carrouges, the wife of another knight, Jean de Carrouges. The case gained significant attention due to its implications for honor and justice in medieval society. The trial was notable for being one of the last judicial duels sanctioned by the French crown. Le Gris claimed innocence, while de Carrouges sought to defend his wife's honor through combat. The outcome of the duel would determine the truth of the accusations and the fate of both men.