Who was the first Protestant king of France?
Henry IV of France
| Henry IV | |
|---|---|
| House | Bourbon |
| Father | Antoine of Navarre |
| Mother | Jeanne III of Navarre |
| Religion | Protestantism 1553-1595 Roman Catholicism 1595-1610 |
What does the phrase Paris is worth a mass mean?
It was attributed to Henry IV years later and is probably apocryphal. However, Henry clearly did embrace the basic idea. He felt it was worth converting if it meant he could gain control of Paris and unite the country under his rule.
What is Henry IV known for?
Legacy. The first of the Bourbon kings of France, Henry IV brought unity and prosperity to the country after the ruinous 16th-century Wars of Religion. Though he was not a great strategist, his courage and gallantry made him a great military leader. They soon bestowed on him the appellation Henry the Great.
Who is the son of Henry IV?
Henry V of England
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Who became king after King Francis died?
Charles IX
Charles IX of France
| Charles IX | |
|---|---|
| Reign | 5 December 1560 – 30 May 1574 |
| Coronation | 15 May 1561 |
| Predecessor | Francis II |
| Successor | Henry III |
Why did Henry IV declared Paris worth a Mass?
Henry of Navarre: ‘Paris is worth a Mass’ He wanted to restore France’s strength and unity. Aware that most of the French were Roman Catholic, he allegedly said ‘Paris is worth a Mass’ and became a Roman Catholic himself, thus saving France.
What is the meaning of Louis XIV?
“the Great”; “the Sun King”, 1638–1715, king of France 1643–1715 (son of Louis XIII).
Why was King Henry IV assassinated?
Unable to meet the king, Ravaillac interpreted Henry’s decision to invade the Spanish Netherlands as the start of a war against the Pope. Determined to stop him, he decided to kill the king.
What were Henry IV policies?
Aided by baron de Rosny (later duc de Sully), Henry restored some measure of financial order, encouraged agriculture, founded new industries, built roads and canals, expanded foreign trade through commercial treaties with Spain, England, and the Ottoman Empire, and encouraged colonization of Canada.