Charles IX of France
Charles IX | |
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 Charles IX | |
| Born | June 27, 1550 |
| Died | May 30, 1574 Vincennes, France |
| Predecessor | Francis II of France |
| Successor | Henry III of France |
| Spouse | Elizabeth of Austria |
Charles IX of France (June 27, 1550 – May 30, 1574) was a King of France and a member of the House of Valois.
Birth
[change | change source]Charles was born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, on June 27, 1550. His parents were Henry II of France and Catherine of Medici.
Marriage
[change | change source]Charles was married to Elizabeth of Austria on November 26, 1570. They had one child, Mary Elizabeth of France (October 27, 1572 – April 9, 1578), who died young.
Death
[change | change source]Charles died in Vincennes, France, on May 30, 1574. He is buried in the Saint Denis Basilica. The next King was Henry III of France.
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