Charles IX of France
Charles IX of France (June 27, 1550 – May 30, 1574) was a King of France and a member of the house of Valois.
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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(s) | Elizabeth of Austria |
Birth
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
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
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.
Charles IX Of France Media
Portrait of Charles IX shortly after acceding to the throne, by François Clouet
Royal Monogram of King Charles IX of France
Chalk portrait of Charles IX by François Clouet, c. 1570
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