sentences:  The English, already in control of northern France, were able to enforce the claim of their king in the regions of France that they occupied.Northern France, including Paris, was thus ruled by an English regent, Henry V's brother, John of Lancaster, 1st Duke of Bedford, based in Normandy (see Dual monarchy of England and France).In his adolescent years, Charles was noted for his bravery and flamboyant style of leadership.