Charles IX of France
French King during the Wars of Religion
Born
1550
475 years ago
Died
May 30th, 1574
450 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Ascended to the throne in 1560 at the age of ten, leading to a regency period. His reign was marked by the French Wars of Religion, conflicts between Catholics and Huguenots. Charles IX ordered the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre in 1572, a pivotal event that significantly influenced the course of these wars. Charles IX's health deteriorated due to the stresses of rule, leading to a lonely death in 1574. The challenges faced during his reign highlighted the fragility of the French monarchy amid rising religious tensions.
Ordered the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre
Faced religious conflicts between Catholics and Huguenots
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