Philip I of France was a king who ruled from 1060 to 1108. He was born in 1052 and became king at a young age after the death of his father, Henry I of France. Philip's reign was marked by struggles to consolidate power and manage conflicts with the nobility and neighboring regions. During his rule, Philip I worked to strengthen the French monarchy and expand its territories. He faced challenges, including the Investiture Controversy, which involved disputes over the appointment of church officials. Philip's legacy includes his efforts to lay the groundwork for a more centralized French state.