Francis, Duke of Anjou
Nobleman and claimant to the English throne
Born
March 18th, 1555
470 years ago
Died
1584
441 years ago — 29 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1555, a nobleman from the House of Valois, played a significant role in the political landscape of 16th-century France and England. Served as the Duke of Anjou and was one of the last heirs to the Valois dynasty. His claim to the English throne stemmed from a proposed marriage to Queen Elizabeth I, which was part of political maneuvers during his time. His ambitions led to military involvement in the Netherlands under Spanish rule, where he attempted to assert influence over the region's governance. Engagements in various conflicts occurred through the late 1570s until his eventual death in 1584.
Claim to the English throne through marriage proposal to Elizabeth I
Military involvement in the Netherlands
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