Elizabeth of Valois (1545-1568) – eldest daughter of Henry II of France & Ca
Elizabeth of Valois (1545-1568) – eldest daughter of Henry II of France & Catherine de’ Medici. Her father insisted she share her bedroom w/ her future sister-in-law, Mary, Queen of Scots. She had to give precedence to Mary –a crowned queen. The 2 would remain close friends the rest of their lives. Though her sister Margaret & Mary of Scots were prettier, she was still considered attractive. She married to Philip II of Spain. Philip was enchanted by his 14 yr old bride & gave up his mistress.
