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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- 17Jan
Edict of Saint-Germain
France recognizes the Huguenots by the Edict of Saint-Germain. - 18Jan
Council of Trent
Pope Pius IV reopens the Council of Trent for its third and final session. - 1Mar
Massacre of Wassy
Sixty-three Huguenots are massacred in Wassy, France, marking the start of the French Wars of Religion.