Deaths on November 17

Antoine of Navarre

Died on November 17, 1562

Antoine of Navarre (b. 1518)

Antoine (in English, Anthony; 22 April 1518 – 17 November 1562) was the King of Navarre through his marriage (jure uxoris) to Queen Jeanne III, from 1555 until his death. He was the first monarch of the House of Bourbon, of which he was head from 1537. He was the father of Henry IV of France.

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Events on 1562

17 Jan

Edict of Saint-Germain
France recognizes the Huguenots by the Edict of Saint-Germain.
18 Jan

Council of Trent
Pope Pius IV reopens the Council of Trent for its third and final session.
1 Mar

Massacre of Wassy
Sixty-three Huguenots are massacred in Wassy, France, marking the start of the French Wars of Religion.

Deaths on November 17

Antoine of Navarre

Died on November 17, 1562

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Events on 1562

Edict of Saint-Germain

Council of Trent

Massacre of Wassy