Philippe IV of France, also known as Philippe le Bel, was King of France from 1285 to 1314. He is known for centralizing royal power and strengthening the monarchy. Philippe IV's reign saw significant events, including the expulsion of the Jews from France and the suppression of the Templars, a powerful medieval order. Philippe IV also played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War by asserting French claims over English territories. His conflicts with the Pope led to the Avignon Papacy, where the papal court moved to France. Philippe IV's legacy includes both his administrative reforms and the controversies of his reign.