Alexandre III of France
King of France from 1574 to 1589 (1551-1589)
1551 — 1589
Quick Facts
Profession
King of France from 1574 to 1589 (1551-1589)
Born
September 29, 1551
Died
1589 (age ~38)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
aristocrat
Kingdom of FranceBorn in Palace of FontainebleauDied in Château de Saint-Cloud
1551
Born in Palace of Fontainebleau (1551-09-29)
1573
PositionKing of Poland (1573–1574)
1574
Positionking of France (1574–1589)
1575
AwardKnight of the Garter
1589
Died in Château de Saint-Cloud
About
Henry III was King of France from 1574 until his assassination in 1589 and, as Henry of Valois, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1573 to 1575. Before he came to these thrones he was known as the Duke of Angoulême and Duke of Orléans from 1560, then as Duke of Anjou from 1566.
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Who is Alexandre III of France?+
Henry III was King of France from 1574 until his assassination in 1589 and, as Henry of Valois, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1573 to 1575. Before he came to these thrones he was known as the Duke of Angoulême and Duke of Orléans from 1560, then as Duke of Anjou from 1566.
What does the name Alexandre mean?+
The name Alexandre means "A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.". It is of French origin.
When was Alexandre III of France born?+
Alexandre III of France was born on September 29, 1551.
When did Alexandre III of France die?+
Alexandre III of France died in 1589, at approximately 38 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.
The name Alexandre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alexandre — September 29, 1551
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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