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French Religious Wars 1562-1598 Battle of St Denis, 10 November 1567, between Huguenots under Louis
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French Religious Wars 1562-1598 Battle of St Denis, 10 November 1567, between Huguenots under Louis
French Religious Wars 1562-1598 Battle of St Denis, 10 November 1567, between Huguenots under Louis, Prince de Conde (1530-1569) and the royal army under Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567) who was mortally wounded in the battle. Huguenots defeated. Engraving by Jacques Tortorel (fl1568-1590) and Jean-Jacques Perrissin (c1536-1617) from their series on the Huguenot Wars, c1570
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the French Religious Wars of 1562-1598. The Battle of St Denis, which took place on November 10,1567, was a fierce clash between the Huguenots led by Louis, Prince de Conde and the royal army commanded by Anne de Montmorency. As depicted in this engraving by Jacques Tortorel and Jean-Jacques Perrissin from their renowned series on the Huguenot Wars, tensions between Catholics and Protestants reached their peak during this tumultuous period. In this image, we witness the intensity of the battle as both sides fiercely engage each other. The Huguenots fought valiantly under Louis' leadership but were ultimately defeated by the Catholic forces. Tragically, Anne de Montmorency himself suffered mortal wounds during this confrontation. The significance of this event cannot be overstated as it symbolizes not only a military victory or defeat but also represents a critical turning point in religious history. The French Religious Wars were characterized by deep-seated conflicts between Catholics and Protestants that tore apart families and communities across France. As we gaze upon this historical print from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded of the profound impact that religious divisions can have on society. It serves as a poignant reminder to strive for understanding and tolerance amidst differing beliefs to prevent such devastating conflicts from recurring in our modern world.
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