Invasion of France
Charles V tries to recapture Lorraine but is repulsed at Metz
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1552 in France
Explore 16 historical events and records for France in 1552.
Historical records for France in 1552
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October
Metz Defence Begins
Francis of Guise organizes the defence of Metz against imperial forces
Siege of Metz
Charles V tries to recapture Lorraine but is repulsed at Metz
Other events (month unknown)
Capture of Lorraine
Captures Metz
Capture of Metz
Captures the Bishopric of Metz from the Emperor Charles V
Capture of Toul
Captures Toul
Capture of Toul
Captures the Bishopric of Toul from the Emperor Charles V
Capture of Verdun
Captures Verdun
Capture of Verdun
Captures the Bishopric of verdun from the Emperor Charles V
Invasion of Lorraine
Captures Metz, Toul & Verdun
Invasion of Tuscany
Launches a failed attempt to invade Tuscany
Siege of Metz
Leads the French to victory over Germany
Siege of Metz
Successfully defends Metz from the forces of Emperor Charles V
Siege of Metz
Defends the city of Metz from the forces of Emperor Charles V
Siege of Metz
Sees action at the Siege of Metz
Treaty of Chambord
Concludes an alliance with the German Protestant Princes against Emperor Charles V
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