Episode 2 of 2
Coronation of Henry II
- When
- 25 July 1547
- Where
- Reims Cathedral
Henry II was crowned King of France at Reims Cathedral on 25 July 1547.
Following his accession, Henry II was formally crowned at Reims Cathedral on 25 July 1547. The cathedral was the traditional location for French royal coronations, a practice dating back to the 11th century.
Sources
- Henry II of France Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-05
- Reims Cathedral Wikipedia
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