The Real War Of Thrones, Feuding Brothers 1575-1584
Season 2, Episode 5
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During the Renaissance, the king of France shakes up the foundations of Europe and claims the Scottish crown by marrying queen Mary Stuart to his son.
In The Name Of God 1558-1561While celebrating an alliance treaty, Henry II dies during a jousting tournament. In Spain, Philip II has allied himself with the French by marriage.
3 Queens For 1 King 1561-1570In France, the kingdom is plunged into chaos. Catherine de Medici rules behind new king Charles IX, but is unable to prevent a civil war.
Bloody Wedding 1572-1574In Paris, Catherine de Medici weds her Catholic daughter, Margaret of Valois to the future Henry IV.
Feuding Brothers 1575-1584Mary, Queen of Scots is imprisoned by Queen Elizabeth in England. William I fights Philip II with help from the military.
The Last Of The Valois 1584-1594Henry III of France still has no heir, Elizabeth orders the death of her rival and Spain declares war on England in a battle for reign over Europe.
- About this episode
- A look at family dynasties that battled for power and domination in Europe during its turbulent formative centuries.
- CrewVanessa Pontet (Director)
- GenreFactual
- Seasons1
- ChannelSky History