Battle of Saint-Denis

The Battle of Saint-Denis, fought in November 1567, was a significant event during the French Wars of Religion. It occurred during the second war of this period, which was precipitated by Huguenot fears of a Catholic plot. The Huguenot leaders, Condé and Coligny, attempted to capture the royal family, leading to conflict.

During the battle, the Catholic constable Anne, duc de Montmorency, was killed. Despite this loss for the Catholics, the battle did not result in a decisive victory for either side. The conflict was followed by the Peace of Longjumeau in March 1568, which aimed for another compromise but ultimately proved to be a brief truce, leading to further warfare.1

It is important to note that the Battle of Saint-Denis in 1567 is distinct from another battle of the same name that occurred in 1678, which was the final engagement of the Franco-Dutch War.2