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Jean-Louis de Nogaret de La Valette, duke d’Épernon: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Jean-Louis de Nogaret de La Valette, Duke d’Épernon
Born May 1554 ‱ France
Died January 13, 1642 (aged 87) ‱ Loches ‱ France

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