Treaty of Troyes (1564) facts for kids
The Treaty of Troyes of 1564 was an important agreement. It was made between the countries of England and France. This happened after English soldiers had to leave France in 1563. The treaty said that Calais now belonged to France. In return, France paid England 120,000 crowns. A crown was a type of money back then.
How Calais Became French Again
In 1558, England and France were rivals. On January 7, 1558, Henry II of France sent his army. This army was led by a strong general, the Duke of Guise. They attacked the city of Calais, which was controlled by England. This attack is known as the Siege of Calais.
The French army surprised the English defenders. They captured important places like Fort Nieulay. The special gates that could flood the area were not opened. This meant the French could keep attacking. Soon, Calais was taken back by France. This was a big loss for England.
England and France Make a Deal
After Calais was lost, Mary I of England was the queen. Her sister, Elizabeth I, became queen later. Elizabeth still believed England should own Calais. In 1562, she tried to get it back. She took control of the French port of Le Havre. She had help from a group called the Huguenots.
But French troops soon forced the English out of France. So, in 1564, England and France decided to make a deal. This deal was the Treaty of Troyes. France agreed to pay England 120,000 crowns. In return, England officially agreed that Calais belonged to France.
England likely made this deal for another reason. They wanted France's help. England was planning to support the Dutch Revolt. This was a fight against Spain. So, making peace with France was a smart move.
