Michelle of Valois

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Michèle de Valois (January 11, 1395–July 8, 1422) was a daughter of Charles VI of France and Isabella of Bavaria-Ingolstadt. In June, 1409 she married Philip III, Duke of Burgundy. Michelle became melancholic in 1419 following the involvement of her brother in the murder of her father-in-law, John the Fearless. Michelle fell ill and died in Ghent in 1422 while her husband was away preparing for the battle of Cone. All of the inhabitants were in grieving as she was much loved by the people. Michelle was interred in the monastery of St Bavon near Ghent.

After her death, it was believed her death had been brought on by poisoning by a lady attendant from Germany Ourse de la Viefville. This lady had been a close confidante of the Princess, however had been dismissed to Aire just before Michelle's death. The lady was never charged.

Michelle of Valois House of Valois Cadet branch of the Capetian dynasty Born: 11 January 1395 Died: 8 July 1422
Preceded by Margaret of Bavaria	Duchess consort of Burgundy 10 September 1419–8 July 1422	Succeeded by Bonne of Artois
	Countess consort of Artois and Flanders, consort Countess Palatine of Burgundy 10 September 1419–8 July 1422
	Countess consort of Charolais June 1409–8 July 1422