Sports & Recreation

King Henry II mortally wounded in joust

King Henry II of France was mortally injured during a jousting match against Gabriel, comte de Montgomery. The accident occurred at the tournament held to celebrate the marriage of his daughter, Elizabeth de Valois, to King Philip II of Spain. A lance splintered upon impact, piercing Henry's eye, which ultimately led to his demise. The event took place in Paris, showcasing both the thrill and danger of jousting, a popular spectacle of the time.

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