Francis II
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Summary
Francis II was born on June 23, 1435[1], in Château de Clisson[2]. He died on September 9, 1488[3], in Couëron[4]. He worked as a politician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,120 views/month, #7,120 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Nantes Cathedral[7]
- Father: Richard, Count of Étampes[8]
- Mother: Marguerite, Countess of Vertus[9]
- Spouse: Margaret of Brittany[10], Margaret of Foix[11]
- Child: Francis I d'Avaugour[12], François de Dreux[13], Antoine de Maignelais[14], Françoise de Maignelais[15], Anne of Brittany[16], Isabeau of Brittany[17]
- Country of citizenship: France[18]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Family: House of Dreux[21]
- Noble title: count[22], duke[23]
- Commons category: François II de Bretagne[24]
- Unmarried partner: Antoinette de Maignelais[25]
- Cause of death: horse fall[26]
- Given name: François[27]
- Manner of death: accidental death[28]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[29]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[30]
- Owner of: Château des ducs de Bretagne[31]
- Sibling: Marie de Bretagne[32]
Why It Matters
Francis II has Wikipedia articles in 18 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[33] He is known by 38 alternative names across languages and contexts.[34]
FAQs
Where was Francis II born?
Francis II's place of birth was Château de Clisson[2].
Where did Francis II die?
Francis II passed away in Couëron[4].
Who were Francis II's parents?
Francis II's father was Richard, Count of Étampes[8]. Francis II's mother was Marguerite, Countess of Vertus[9].
Who was Francis II married to?
Francis II's spouses include Margaret of Brittany[10] and Margaret of Foix[11].
What did Francis II do for work?
Francis II worked as a politician[5].