About Philibert of Chalon
Lived 1502 – 1530 (aged 28). Philibert of Chalon was a French condottiero, military personnel and politician.
Philibert de Chalon (18 March 1502 – 3 August 1530) was the last Prince of Orange from the House of Chalon.
Biography Born at Nozeroy to John IV of Chalon-Arlay, Philibert served Emperor Charles V as commander in Italy, fighting in the War of the League of Cognac. He took part in the Sack of Rome and was killed during the final stages of the Siege of Florence (1530). An interesting exchange of letters during the siege between him and Charles still survives.
He died in 1530 being the last legitimate male line descendant of the ancient house of Ivrea (Anscarids), he was succeeded as Prince of Orange by the son of his sister (Claudia of Chalon), Renatus of Nassau-Breda, who thus founded the House of Orange-Nassau.
Portrait of Philibert Prince of Orange from a contemporary portrait.
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Who was Philibert of Chalon?
French nobleman
When was Philibert of Chalon born?
Philibert of Chalon was born on 18 March 1502 in Lons-le-Saunier.
When did Philibert of Chalon die?
Philibert of Chalon died on 3 August 1530 in Gavinana.
What was Philibert of Chalon's occupation?
Philibert of Chalon was a condottiero, military personnel and politician.
What nationality was Philibert of Chalon?
Philibert of Chalon was French.
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