Henry II of France
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Henry II of France (March 31, 1519 – July 10, 1559) was a King of France and a member of the Valois Dynasty. Henry was crowned King in Rheims, France, on July 25, 1547.
[edit] Birth
Henry was born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, on March 31, 1519. His parents were Francis I of France and Claude of France.
[edit] Marriage
Henry was married to Catherine of Medici on October 28, 1533 when he was only 14 years old. Their children were:
- Francis II of France
- Elizabeth of Valois
- Charles IX of France
- Henry III of France
- Margaret of Valois
Henry did not love Catherine of Medici. He spent most of his time with his mistress, who was called Diane de Poitiers.
[edit] Death
Henry died on July 10, 1559. He is burried in the Saint Denis Basilica. The next King was Francis II of France.
