About Anne of Rohan
Lived 1584 – 1646 (aged 61–62). Anne of Rohan was a French poet and writer.
Anne de Rohan, also known as Anne de Rohan-Soubise (1584–1646), was a French Huguenot poet and a leader in the fight for Calvinism. Rohan and her mother Catherine de Parthenay were principal figures at the famous Siege of La Rochelle. At the end of which, the Catholic army imprisoned Anne and her mother at Donjon de Niort.
"The Rohan women were known for adroit political manoeuvring and valour in defending Protestantism." Rohan was also a member of an elite group of European scholars, some of whom remained unmarried to pursue their intellectual interests.
Early years Rohan, born in 1584, was the daughter of Catherine de Parthenay and René II, Viscount of Rohan.
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Who was Anne of Rohan?
Princess of Guéméné and French poet (1584-1646)
When was Anne of Rohan born?
Anne of Rohan was born in 1584 in Mouchamps.
When did Anne of Rohan die?
Anne of Rohan died on 20 September 1646 in Paris.
What was Anne of Rohan's occupation?
Anne of Rohan was a poet and writer.
What nationality was Anne of Rohan?
Anne of Rohan was French.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Anne de Rohan (poétesse)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anne of Rohan. https://biography.guide/anne-of-rohan/
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