Henry IV of France

Henry IV of France, also known as Henry of Navarre, was a significant monarch who reigned from 1589 to 1610. He was the first king from the Bourbon dynasty and is best known for ending the French Wars of Religion, which were marked by conflict between Catholics and Protestants. Henry issued the Edict of Nantes in 1598, granting religious tolerance to Protestants, which helped stabilize France. He was a popular king, known for his pragmatism and efforts to improve the economy and infrastructure. His reign was cut short when he was assassinated in 1610, but his legacy continued to influence France.