Charles IX of France

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Charles IX of France (June 27, 1550May 30, 1574) was a King of France and a member of the Valois Dynasty.

[edit] Birth

Charles was born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, on June 27, 1550. His parents were Henry II of France and Catherine of Medici.

[edit] Marriage

Charles was married to Elizabeth of Austria on November 26, 1570. They had one child, Mary Elizabeth of France (October 27, 1572April 9, 1578), who died young.

[edit] Death

Charles died in Vincennes, France, on May 30, 1574. He is burried in the Saint Denis Basilica. The next King was Henry III of France.

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