When was Catherine de' Medici born?

Catherine de' Medici was born on 13 April 1519 in Florence.

What positions has Catherine de' Medici held?

Positions held by Catherine de' Medici include: Queen Consort of France (1547–1559); regent.

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Catherine de' Medici

Queen-consort and regent of France (1519–1589)

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Catherine de' Medici was Queen of France from 1547 to 1559 by marriage to King Henry II. She was the mother of French kings Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III, and a cousin to Pope Clement VII. The years during which her sons reigned have been called "the age of Catherine de' Medici" since she had extensive, albeit at times varying, influence on French politics.

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Born: 13 April 1519 wd
Place of birth: Florence wd
Died: 5 January 1589 wd
Place of death: Château de Blois wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: regent wd
Spouse: Henry II of France wd

Positions held wd

Queen Consort of France (31 March 1547 – 10 July 1559)
regent

Awards wd

Golden Rose

Questions

When was Catherine de' Medici born?: Catherine de' Medici was born on 13 April 1519 in Florence.
What positions has Catherine de' Medici held?: Positions held by Catherine de' Medici include: Queen Consort of France (1547–1559); regent.

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