In April 1552, Henry II's gaillard army invaded the Holy Empire, seized Metz, crossed Lorraine and then descended the Col de Saverne. From 4 to 6 May, the king and his court squatted the castle. Purpose: to take Strasbourg and cross the Rhine.
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In April 1552, Henry II's gaillard army invaded the Holy Empire, seized Metz, crossed Lorraine and then descended the Col de Saverne. From 4 to 6 May, the king and his court squatted the castle. Purpose: to take Strasbourg and cross the Rhine.