Louis de Bourbon, Prince of Condé was a prominent French nobleman born in 1621. He belonged to the House of Bourbon, a powerful royal family in France. Known for his military prowess, he played a significant role in the Fronde, a series of civil wars in France during the mid-17th century, opposing the centralizing policies of the monarchy. Condé was also a key figure in the Thirty Years' War, where he distinguished himself as a skilled commander. His legacy includes his contributions to military strategy and his influence on the political landscape of France during a tumultuous period in its history.