As a ruler of Protestant origin, his accession to the throne took place during a turbulent period in which the Wars of Religion continued, and it met with significant resistance. His later conversion to Catholicism and the steps he took to regulate religious tolerance played a decisive role in calming the country's long period of internal conflict.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Henry IV, First Bourbon King?
- Henry IV ascended the throne of France in 1589, becoming the first king of the Bourbon dynasty.
- When did Henry IV, First Bourbon King happen?
- 1589 CE
- Where did Henry IV, First Bourbon King take place?
- Fransa