What Happened This Year 1610

Historical Events from This Year 1610

Politics & Government

Louis XIII crowned in Reims Cathedral

October 17th, 1610 414 years ago

King Louis XIII of France was crowned in Reims Cathedral, marking the beginning of his reign. The coronation ceremony emphasized the divine right of kings and included various religious rituals overseen by prominent clergy. This significant event took place shortly after Louis’s ascension as he took the throne following the assassination of his father, King Henry IV. The ceremony was attended by nobles from across the kingdom, demonstrating the unity of France under his rule and laying the groundwork for his future governance.

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