Anne De Rohan
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Anne De Rohan
ANNE DE ROHAN, princesse de Gueminee wife of Louis VIII de Rohan, member of a leading protestant family. Date: 1604 - 1685
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1604 1685 Anne Leading Member Princesse Protestant Rohan Viii
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Anne de Rohan, Princesse de Guéménée (1604-1685): A Portrait of Devotion and Political Influence Anne de Rohan, born in 1604, was a prominent figure in the French Protestant community during the 17th century. Daughter of Henri II de Rohan, Prince of Soubise, and Catherine de Vivonne, she was married in 1621 to Louis VIII de Rohan, Prince of Guéménée, a leading Protestant nobleman. The couple's union strengthened the Rohan family's position in the Protestant network, particularly in the context of the ongoing religious conflicts between Catholics and Protestants in France. This exquisite portrait of Anne de Rohan, captured in 1604, showcases her refined elegance and pious demeanor. Her noble bearing and serene expression convey a sense of inner strength and resilience, reflecting the challenges faced by the Protestant community during this tumultuous period. The Rohan family, originally from Brittany, was a significant force in French Protestantism, with a long history of political and religious influence. Anne's husband, Louis VIII, served as a key advisor to King Henry IV and later, his successor, Louis XIII. Anne herself played an essential role in the Protestant community, using her influence and resources to support Protestant causes and protect her fellow believers. Despite the risks involved, Anne and her family remained steadfast in their faith, maintaining their commitment to the Protestant cause even as religious tensions escalated and anti-Protestant sentiment grew stronger. This portrait serves as a poignant reminder of Anne's unwavering dedication to her faith and her role as a champion for religious freedom during a time of great turmoil.
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