About Charles II, Lord of Monaco
Lived 1555 – 1589 (aged 34). Charles II, Lord of Monaco was a politician.
Charles II (26 January 1555 – 17 May 1589) was Lord of Monaco from 7 October 1581 to 17 May 1589.
Charles was the eldest son of Honoré I, Lord of Monaco (1522–1581), and Isabella Grimaldi (died 1583). He became lord on the death of his father in 1581.
Protected by Spain, due to the Treaties of 1524, Charles was the first lord of Monaco who refused to pay homage to the duke of Savoy for Mentone and Roccabruna. In 1583 he was declared, after a trial, to have forfeited those two cities.
Charles ruled for only 8 years before dying at the age of 33. He left no issue and so his youngest brother, Hercule, became lord of Monaco.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles II, Lord of Monaco?
Lord of Monaco (1555-1589)
When was Charles II, Lord of Monaco born?
Charles II, Lord of Monaco was born on 26 January 1555 in Monte Carlo.
When did Charles II, Lord of Monaco die?
Charles II, Lord of Monaco died on 17 May 1589 in Monte Carlo.
What was Charles II, Lord of Monaco's occupation?
Charles II, Lord of Monaco was a politician.
What nationality was Charles II, Lord of Monaco?
Charles II, Lord of Monaco's recorded nationality: Republic of Genoa.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Charles II, Lord of Monaco
· DBpedia: Charles II of Monaco
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