The
Second War of Religion is triggered by the events of yesterday. Huguenots go on to capture several cities (including Orléans) and march on Paris.
Michelade: Protestant massacre of Catholics, including 24 priests and monks, in
Nîmes.
November 10 –
Battle of Saint-Denis:
Anne de Montmorency, with 16,000 Royalists, falls on Condé's 3,500 Huguenots. The Huguenots surprisingly hold on for some hours before being driven off. Montmorency is mortally wounded.
The
Second War of Religion is triggered by the events of yesterday. Huguenots go on to capture several cities (including Orléans) and march on Paris.
Michelade: Protestant massacre of Catholics, including 24 priests and monks, in
Nîmes.
November 10 –
Battle of Saint-Denis:
Anne de Montmorency, with 16,000 Royalists, falls on Condé's 3,500 Huguenots. The Huguenots surprisingly hold on for some hours before being driven off. Montmorency is mortally wounded.