Henri II of Navarre: Biography, Facts and Career
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Henry II (Spanish: Enrique II; Basque: Henrike II; 18 April 1503 – 24 May 1555), nicknamed Sangüesino because he was born in Sangüesa, was the King of Navarre from 1517. The kingdom had been reduced to a small territory north of the Pyrenees mountains by the Spanish conquest of 1512. Henry succeeded his mother, Queen Catherine, upon her death. His father was her husband and co-ruler, King John III, who died in 1516.
Quick facts about Henri II of Navarre
- Full name: Henri II of Navarre
- Born: 1503-04-18
- Nationality: Kingdom of Navarre beyond the Pyrenees
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q317506
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Who is Henri II of Navarre?
Henry II (Spanish: Enrique II; Basque: Henrike II; 18 April 1503 – 24 May 1555), nicknamed Sangüesino because he was born in Sangüesa, was the King of Navarre from 1517.
What nationality is Henri II of Navarre?
Henri II of Navarre is Kingdom of Navarre beyond the Pyrenees.
When was Henri II of Navarre born?
Henri II of Navarre was born on 1503-04-18.
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