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Edict of Beaulieu (1576)
On May 6, 1576, King Henry III of France signed an edict at Beaulieu-les-Loches formally ending the Fifth War of Religion, granting major concessions…
Timeline
- 1575–1576France · FranceThe Fifth War of Religion raged between Henry III and Huguenot leaders such as Henry of Navarre. Royal finances were exhausted and the war deadlocked, so both sides finally agreed to negotiate in exchange for a ceasefire.
- 1576Beaulieu-les-Loches · Centre-Loire ValleyHenry III signed the edict at Beaulieu, granting Huguenots the right to public worship in designated cities, eight places of safety, and political participation rights. The edict was called one of the most tolerant agreements for Huguenots during the Wars of Religion, but was strongly opposed by Catholic nobles.
Sources
- Edict of Beaulieu https://www.britannica.com/event/Edict-of-Beaulieu
- French Wars of Religion https://www.britannica.com/event/French-Wars-of-Religion