Antoine de Bourbon facts for kids
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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 | 22 April 1518 La Fère, Picardy, France |
| Died | 17 November 1562 (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 |
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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.
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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.
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.
Images for kids
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A detailed portrait of Antoine by Corneille de Lyon (1548). Royal Castle, Warsaw
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See Also
In Spanish: Antonio de Borbón para niños
