Ligue Collection

Barricades 1588
THE WARS OF RELIGION The Ligue Catholique organises the Day of Barricades in Paris, with street fighting between the opposing parties

Portrait of Jean Leclerc, called Bussy Leclerc (Bussy Leclerc) (d. 1635)
XEE557085 Portrait of Jean Leclerc, called Bussy Leclerc (Bussy Leclerc) (d.1635). by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Coiffure of Ladies of the Ligue (engraving)
3623752 Coiffure of Ladies of the Ligue (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coiffure of Ladies of the Ligue)

Cuirassier de l armee de la Ligue, 1580 a 1600 (coloured engraving)
2794128 Cuirassier de l armee de la Ligue, 1580 a 1600 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cuirassier de l armee de la Ligue)

War of Religion: "King Henry IV (1533-1610) at the Battle of the Arques
JLJ4593948 War of Religion: " King Henry IV (1533-1610) at the Battle of the Arques on September 21, 1589" This battle opposed the royal army to that of the League

Portrait of Jean Leclerc, called Bussy Leclerc (d. 1635)
XEE557161 Portrait of Jean Leclerc, called Bussy Leclerc (d.1635). by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

War of religion: "Henri IV at the Battle of Arques (September 21
JLJ4587947 War of religion: " Henri IV at the Battle of Arques (September 21, 1589)" This battle confronted the royal army of Henry IV with that of the Legueurs led by Charles de Mayenne

The Government and the Agitators in Paris, the Police raiding the Headquarters of the Ligue des Patriotes (litho)
1051607 The Government and the Agitators in Paris, the Police raiding the Headquarters of the Ligue des Patriotes (litho) by Destez

CATHOLIC LEAGUE 1590
Procession of the Catholic Ligue through the streets of Paris Date: 24 May 1590

2619173; out of copyright

Henri IV (1553-1610) entering Dijon, after his victory at Fontaine-Francaise over Spanish
XIR164702 Henri IV (1553-1610) entering Dijon, after his victory at Fontaine-Francaise over Spanish, 5th June 1595 (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale

French Religious Wars: Paris during the League (La Ligue). Procession of the League 24 May 1590 leaving Notre Dame, Paris showing typical soldiers and civic guards armed with pikes and arquebuses

Ligue Nationale anti Austro-Allemande: Exigez une facture garantissant l origine du produit. A muddy French boot is kicking a German helmet over the Rhine river. Date 192-

Exposition du 1er au 30 octobre 1917... organisee par la Ligue Souvenez-Vous... documents, photographies, affiches, ... aux crimes allemands

Ligue Maritime francaise pour le developpement de la marine militaire et de la marine marchande reconnue comme etablissement d utilite publique. Sailors working on a ship in dock. Date 1918

Ligue Catholique
Allegorical depiction of the Catholic League - showing the serpent-headed League dividing its loyalty to the king and elsewhere

Right-Wing Menace
The Third Republic lives in constant fear of a right-wing coup : police raid the headquarters of the Ligue des Patriotes, a royalist organisation

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The Ligue, a powerful force during the late 16th century, left an indelible mark on French history. Barricades of 1588 symbolize their determination to defend Catholicism against Protestant influence. Jean Leclerc, known as Bussy Leclerc, epitomized the spirit of the Ligue with his portrait - a fearless warrior ready to fight for his beliefs until his death in 1635. Even the coiffure of ladies associated with the Ligue became a statement of allegiance and resistance. Their engraved hairstyles reflected their unwavering support for this Catholic faction amidst religious turmoil. The Cuirassier de l'armee de la Ligue showcased the military might that backed this movement from 1580 to 1600. Clad in armor and armed with conviction, these soldiers fought under the banner of faith. In one pivotal moment during the War of Religion, King Henry IV found himself at the Battle of Arques. This conflict highlighted not only Henri's strategic prowess but also demonstrated how deeply entrenched both sides were in their convictions. Amidst all this chaos, Jean Leclerc's portrait resurfaced once again - a reminder that individuals like him played significant roles within this tumultuous period. As tensions escalated further, Paris witnessed clashes between government forces and agitators affiliated with the Ligue des Patriotes. The lithograph depicts police raiding their headquarters - an attempt by authorities to quell dissent and maintain control over a city divided by conflicting ideologies. The year 1590 marked a turning point as it saw repeated references to "Catholic League. " This coalition united Catholics across France who sought to protect their faith from perceived threats posed by Protestants or foreign powers alike. Through these historical artifacts and events surrounding them, we catch glimpses into an era defined by fervent religious beliefs and political strife. The legacy left behind by those involved in the Ligue continues to shape our understanding of this tumultuous period in French history.