1574    Henry III becomes King of France.

1575    Henry III of France is crowned at Rheims, marrying Louise de Lorraine-Vaudémont on the same day.

1577    The Peace of Bergerac is signed between Henry III of France and the Huguenots.

1578    Duel of the Mignons claims the lives of two favourites of Henry III of France and two favorites of Henry I, Duke of Guise.

1588    French Wars of Religion: Henry III of France flees Paris after Henry of Guise enters the city.