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16th-century dukes of Orléans

  • Henry II of FranceHenry and his elder brother Francis spent over four years in captivity in Spain as hostages. This arrangement secured the release of their father, King…
  • Catherine de' MediciCatherine de' Medici was born on the 13th of April 1519 in Florence, Republic of Florence. Her parents were Lorenzo de' Medici and Madeleine de La Tour…