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Antoine
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King of Navarre
Reign 25 May 1555 – 17 November 1562
Predecessor Henry II
Successor Jeanne III
Co-monarch Jeanne III
Born (1518-04-22)22 April 1518
La Fère, Picardy, France
Died 17 November 1562(1562-11-17) (aged 44)
Les Andelys, Eure
Burial Vendôme
Spouse Jeanne III, Queen of Navarre
Issue Henry IV, King of France
Catherine, Hereditary Princess of Lorraine
House House of Bourbon
Father Charles, Duke of Vendôme
Mother Françoise of Alençon
Coat of Arms of Henry IV of France as King of Navarre (1572-1589)
Coat of Arms of Antoine de Bourbon and the Kings of Navarre.

Antoine de Bourbon (born April 22, 1518 – died November 17, 1562) was a French prince. He became the King of Navarre in 1555. He gained this title by marrying Queen Jeanne III of Navarre. Antoine was also the head of the House of Bourbon, a very important royal family. His son, Henry IV of France, later became a famous King of France.

Antoine's Early Life

Antoine de Bourbon was born in La Fère, France. His father was Charles, Duke of Vendôme. His mother was Françoise of Alençon. Antoine was a member of the House of Bourbon. This family was a branch of the Capetian dynasty. The Capetians were a very old royal family in France.

Becoming Duke of Vendôme

When his father died in 1537, Antoine became the Duke of Vendôme. This made him an important noble in France. He held many lands and titles. He was known for his military skills.

Marriage and Kingship

In 1548, Antoine married Jeanne d'Albret. She was the Queen of Navarre. Navarre was a small kingdom located between France and Spain. Through this marriage, Antoine became the King of Navarre. This type of kingship is called jure uxoris. It means he was king because of his wife's royal rights.

Co-Ruler of Navarre

Antoine ruled Navarre alongside Queen Jeanne III. They had several children together. Their most famous child was Henry, who later became King of France. Antoine's role in Navarre was important. He helped manage the kingdom's affairs.

Antoine's Legacy

Antoine de Bourbon is remembered for two main reasons. First, he was King of Navarre. Second, he was the father of Henry IV. Henry IV was a very important king in French history. He founded the House of Bourbon as the ruling family of France.

The Bourbon Dynasty

The House of Bourbon became the royal family of France after Antoine's death. His son, Henry IV, was the first Bourbon king of France. Many French kings came from this family. They ruled France for over 200 years. This makes Antoine a key figure in French royal history.

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