Gaspard 1519-72 Comte de Coligny, 1788, from Portraits des grands hommes, femmes illustres, et sujets memorables de France, published 1787-92

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Gaspard de Coligny (1519-1572), Comte de Coligny, was a prominent French nobleman, admiral, and Huguenot leader during the French Wars of Religion. Born into the influential Coligny family, Gaspard was the son of Gaspard I de Coligny and Louise de Montmorency. His early life was marked by a rigorous education and military training, which prepared him for a distinguished career in both the military and political arenas of 16th-century France.

Coligny first gained recognition for his military prowess during the Italian Wars, where he served under King Francis I. His valor and strategic acumen earned him the rank of Admiral of France in 1552. As a staunch supporter of the Huguenot cause, Coligny became a leading figure in the Protestant Reformation in France, advocating for religious tolerance and reform. His leadership was instrumental in organizing the Huguenot forces during the French Wars of Religion, a series of conflicts between Catholics and Protestants that plagued France in the latter half of the 16th century.

Coligny's political influence extended beyond the battlefield. He was a trusted advisor to King Charles IX and sought to balance the interests of the Protestant minority with those of the Catholic majority. However, his growing influence and the increasing tensions between the two religious factions made him a target for his enemies. This culminated in the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre in 1572, where Coligny was assassinated, marking a turning point in the French Wars of Religion.

The portrait of Gaspard de Coligny, created in 1788 as part of the series "Portraits des grands hommes, femmes illustres, et sujets mémorables de France" by Antoine Louis François Sergent-Marceau, is a testament to his enduring legacy. Published between 1787 and 1792, this collection aimed to commemorate the notable figures in French history. Coligny's inclusion in this series underscores his significant impact on French history and his role as a symbol of the struggle for religious freedom and tolerance. His life and legacy continue to be studied and remembered as a pivotal chapter in the history of France.

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