Coligny Collection (#2)

Gaspard De Coligny, 1519-1572. Admiral Of France And Protestant Leader. Photo-Etching From An Old Print. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works, Vii

Gaspard De Chatillon, Count De Coligny 1519-72, French Protestant Leader And Admiral Of France. From An Engraving After A Drawing Attritbuted To Francois Clouet

The Brothers Coligny, 16th century (1894). Artist:s Duval
The Brothers Coligny, 16th century (1894). Odet, Francois and Gaspard de Coligny, leading Huguenots during the French Wars of Religion

Paris Street Scene The House of Admiral Coligny, 1831, (1923). Artist: Thomas Shotter Boys
Paris Street Scene The House of Admiral Coligny, 1831, (1923). The scene depicts the corner of the Hotel Schomberg on rue Bailleul. From The Studio Volume 84

Gaspard de Coligny, Admiral of France, 1898. Artist: Gilbert
Gaspard de Coligny, Admiral of France, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Battle of Montcontour, French Religious Wars, 3 October 1569 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Battle of Montcontour, French Religious Wars, 3 October 1569 (1570). The Huguenots under Gaspard Coligny (1519-1572) took heavy losses during their defeat by the Catholics under Henry

Siege of Poitiers, French Religious Wars, 24 July-7 September 1569 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Siege of Poitiers, French Religious Wars, 24 July-7 September 1569 (1570). The Huguenots under Gaspard de Coligny (1519-1572)

Map of the French Department of Loiret - No. 45
Map of the French Department of Loiret - No.45, featuring inset illustrations depicting Sully sur Loire, ceramics from Gien, foodstuffs from Orleans and an inset portrait of Gaspard II de Coligny

Gaspard Coligny - 7
GASPARD II DE COLIGNY French amiral de France, Huguenot leader, with the Cardinal de Chatillon on the left, D Andelot on the right. Date: 1519 - 1572

Gaspard Coligny - 6
GASPARD II DE COLIGNY French Huguenot leader, with his brothers Odet (on left) and Francois (right). Date: 1519 - 1572

Gaspard II De Coligny
GASPARD II DE COLIGNY SEIGNEUR DE CHATILLON French Protestant leader Date: 1519 - 1572

Gaspard De Coligny
GASPARD DE COLIGNY de CHASTILLON grandson of l Amiral Coligny, Military, Marechal de France Date: 1584 - 1646

Comtesse De LA Suze
HENRIETTE DE COLIGNY, comtesse de LA SUZE French writer and social figure. Date: 1618 - 1673

Jost Amman, Gaspar de Coligny, Swiss, 1539 - 1591, 1573

Portrait of Gaspard de Coligny, Duke of Chatillon at the age of 45, Willem Jacobsz. Delff, 1631

Portrait of Louise de Coligny, Fourth wife of William I of Orange. She wears a high collar, Jan de Visscher, Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt, Geeraert Brandt (I), 1643 - 1692

GASPARD de COLIGNY (1519-1572). French admiral and Huguenot leader. Anonymous 16th century painting

French Religious Wars 1562-1968. The Peace of Amboise, 12 March 1563, which ended the first religious war, held on the Isle de Boeuf, Orleans. Catherine de Medici (1519-1589), A

GASPARD II de COLIGNY (1519-1572). French Protestant admiral and religious leader

GASPARD DE COLIGNY (1519-72). French Protestant leader, admiral of France adviser to King Henry IV and King Charles IX. Wood engraving, 19th century

GASPARD DE COLIGNY (1519-72). French admiral and Huguenot leader. Wood engraving, 19th century

Religious Wars
A polite parley between the Catholic and Protestant generals precedes the battle of Moncontour, where Henri III will defeat Coligny and the protestants

View of Lake Geneva at Coligny, France
General view of Lake Geneva (known locally as Lake Leman), from opposite the Villa Diodati at Coligny, France, where Lord Byron and others stayed in the summer of 1816

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"Coligny: A Tragic Figure in the French Religious Wars" Gaspard de Coligny, an influential figure during the tumultuous period of the French Religious Wars from 1562 to 1598, left an indelible mark on history. As Admiral of France and a prominent Protestant leader, he played a pivotal role in shaping the conflict that tore apart the nation. The Siege of Poitiers in July-September 1569 stands as one of Coligny's most notable military endeavors. Leading Huguenot forces against Catholic opponents, his strategic brilliance was evident as he fought valiantly for his cause. However, it was during St. Bartholomew's Day massacre in 1572 that tragedy struck. Assassinated amidst religious tensions by several men, including Gaspard de Chatillon, Sire de Coligny met a gruesome fate. This event sent shockwaves throughout Europe and forever stained King Charles IX's reign. A testament to his significance is the magnificent marble sculpture by Gustave Adolph Desire Crauk depicting Coligny as Admiral of France. This statue immortalizes him as a symbol of courage and leadership despite his untimely demise. Even Pope Gregory XIII received a macabre gift - the severed head of Gaspard de Coligny - from King Charles IX himself after this tragic event unfolded. The assassination shook both sides involved in the conflict and further deepened religious divisions within France. Various engravings capture different aspects of Coligny's life and death; they serve as historical records illustrating how Protestantism clashed with Catholicism during this turbulent era. From portraits featuring him alongside his brothers Odet and Francois to depictions showing Charles IX seeking advice from him, these artworks provide glimpses into their complex relationship dynamics. Ultimately, Gaspard de Coligny remains an emblematic figure whose legacy continues to fascinate scholars today.