Philip III, called the Bold, was King of France from 1270 until his death in 1285. His father, Louis IX, died in Tunis during the Eighth Crusade. Philip, who was accompanying him, returned to France and was anointed king at Reims in 1271. Born: April 10, 1245 Died: October 12, 1285 In office: September 1, 1270 – October 12, 1285 Wiki link