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The House of La Rochefoucauld originated in the 10th century in the region of Normandy.
Answer: False
The House of La Rochefoucauld traces its origins to the 10th century in the region of Poitou, not Normandy.
The La Rochefoucauld family's ancestral seat, La Rochefoucauld Castle, has been continuously held by the family since the 12th century.
Answer: False
The family's ancestral seat, La Rochefoucauld Castle, has been in their possession since the 10th century, signifying a long and continuous connection to their historical origins.
Adémar of La Roche (952-1037) is recognized as the progenitor of the first House of La Rochefoucauld.
Answer: True
Adémar of La Roche (952–1037) is considered the progenitor of the first House of La Rochefoucauld.
Foucauld II of La Rochefoucauld was captured in 1198 during the Battle of Agincourt.
Answer: False
Foucauld II of La Rochefoucauld served in the army of King Philip II Augustus and was captured in 1198 during the Battle of Gisors.
Guy V of La Rochefoucauld founded the Cordeliers Convent in Angoulême in 1230.
Answer: True
Guy V of La Rochefoucauld founded the Cordeliers Convent in Angoulême in 1230.
The House of La Rochefoucauld's name originates from a fortified hill (*roche*) associated with the name Foucauld.
Answer: True
The family name 'La Rochefoucauld' is believed to derive from the fortified hill (*roche*) of their origin, combined with the name Foucauld.
From which region does the House of La Rochefoucauld trace its origins?
Answer: Poitou
The House of La Rochefoucauld traces its origins to the 10th century in the region of Poitou.
Foucauld II of La Rochefoucauld served which French king?
Answer: Philip II Augustus
Foucauld II of La Rochefoucauld served in the army of King Philip II Augustus.
Guy VII of La Rochefoucauld was killed at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356.
Answer: True
Guy VII of La Rochefoucauld was killed on September 19, 1356, at the Battle of Poitiers, fighting alongside King John II of France.
Foucauld III de La Rochefoucauld is credited with rescuing King Charles VII at the Battle of Castillon.
Answer: True
Foucauld III de La Rochefoucauld served as a Councillor and Chamberlain to King Charles VII and is credited with rescuing the king at the Battle of Castillon, which marked the end of the Hundred Years' War.
Jean I of La Rochefoucauld served as Grand Chamberlain of France for King Louis XII.
Answer: False
Jean I of La Rochefoucauld served as Councillor and Grand Chamberlain of France for Kings Louis XI and Charles VIII, not Louis XII.
François III of La Rochefoucauld was killed during the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre in 1572.
Answer: True
François III of La Rochefoucauld was killed during the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre in 1572.
François IV of La Rochefoucauld, a Protestant, was killed by the Catholic League in Paris.
Answer: False
François IV of La Rochefoucauld, a Protestant, was killed by the Catholic League in Saint-Yrieix during the French Wars of Religion, not in Paris.
François I of La Rochefoucauld (1450-1541) was granted the title of Count of La Rochefoucauld in 1528.
Answer: True
François I of La Rochefoucauld was granted the title of Count of La Rochefoucauld in 1528.
François I of La Rochefoucauld (1450-1541) held what significant title granted in 1528?
Answer: Count of La Rochefoucauld
François I of La Rochefoucauld was granted the title of Count of La Rochefoucauld in 1528.
Which historical figure was godfather to King François I of France?
Answer: François I of La Rochefoucauld
François I of La Rochefoucauld (1450–1541) served as the godfather to King François I of France.
What was the fate of Guy VII of La Rochefoucauld at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356?
Answer: He was killed fighting alongside King John II.
Guy VII of La Rochefoucauld was killed at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356 while fighting alongside King John II of France.
François IV of La Rochefoucauld (1554-1591) met his end during which conflict?
Answer: The French Wars of Religion
François IV of La Rochefoucauld died in Saint-Yrieix, killed by the Catholic League during the French Wars of Religion.
Which battle marked the end of the Hundred Years' War, and involved Foucauld III de La Rochefoucauld?
Answer: Battle of Castillon
The Battle of Castillon, which marked the end of the Hundred Years' War, involved Foucauld III de La Rochefoucauld.
What was the fate of François III of La Rochefoucauld during the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre?
Answer: The St. Bartholomew's Day massacre
François III of La Rochefoucauld was killed during the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre in 1572.
François VI de La Rochefoucauld is primarily known for his military leadership during the Fronde.
Answer: False
While a participant in the Fronde, François VI de La Rochefoucauld is primarily celebrated as a moralist writer, renowned for his 'Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales'.
The County of La Rochefoucauld was elevated to a Duchy and Peerage by King Louis XIV in 1622.
Answer: False
The County of La Rochefoucauld was elevated to a Duchy and Peerage by King Louis XIII in 1622.
François V of La Rochefoucauld, the first Duke, married into the powerful House of Bourbon.
Answer: False
François V of La Rochefoucauld, the first Duke, married Gabrielle of Plessis-Liancourt, daughter of Roger of Plessis-Liancourt, Duke of Liancourt.
Alexandre I of La Rochefoucauld held the position of Grand Master of the King's Wardrobe.
Answer: True
Alexandre I of La Rochefoucauld held the prestigious position of grand maître de la garde robe (grand master of the king's wardrobe) for the King of France.
François de La Rochefoucauld (1558-1645) served as the Bishop of Clermont and Cardinal-Priest.
Answer: True
François de La Rochefoucauld (1558–1645) served as Bishop of Clermont and was also a Cardinal-Priest.
François VI de La Rochefoucauld is renowned for his philosophical work 'Maximes morales'.
Answer: True
François VI de La Rochefoucauld is celebrated as a moralist writer, most famously for his work 'Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales'.
The elevation to Duchy and Peerage in 1622 included lordships such as Marcillac and Ambéac.
Answer: False
While Marcillac and Ambéac were later added to the Duchy in 1732, the initial elevation in 1622 included lordships such as Verteuil and Montignac.
Who was François VI de La Rochefoucauld primarily known as?
Answer: A moralist writer and author of 'Maximes morales'
François VI de La Rochefoucauld is primarily known as a moralist writer, celebrated for his work 'Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales'.
What significant event led to the elevation of the County of La Rochefoucauld to a Duchy and Peerage?
Answer: Royal Letters Patent issued by King Louis XIII in 1622
The elevation of the County of La Rochefoucauld to a Duchy and Peerage occurred through Royal Letters Patent issued by King Louis XIII in 1622.
Which of the following lordships was NOT among those united with the Duchy of La Rochefoucauld upon its elevation in 1622?
Answer: Anville
Anville was united with the Duchy in 1732, not in the initial elevation in 1622, which included lordships like Verteuil, Montignac, and Saint-Angeau.
Who was François V of La Rochefoucauld?
Answer: The first Duke of La Rochefoucauld
François V of La Rochefoucauld was the first Duke of La Rochefoucauld.
What was the primary role of Alexandre I of La Rochefoucauld (1690-1762)?
Answer: Grand Master of the King's Wardrobe
Alexandre I of La Rochefoucauld served as the Grand Master of the King's Wardrobe.
François VIII of La Rochefoucauld (1663-1728) married the daughter of whom?
Answer: Louis XIV's prime minister
François VIII of La Rochefoucauld married Magdeleine Charlotte de Tellier, the daughter of François Michel Le Tellier de Louvois, Louis XIV's prime minister.
François XII, an eminent philanthropist, identified the events of 1789 as a 'revolt' when speaking to King Louis XVI.
Answer: False
François XII famously stated to King Louis XVI, 'No, Sire, it is a revolution,' rather than identifying the events as a revolt.
Two members of the La Rochefoucauld family, Pierre-Louis and François-Joseph of La Rochefoucauld-Bayers, were beatified after being killed during the Napoleonic Wars.
Answer: False
Pierre-Louis and François-Joseph of La Rochefoucauld-Bayers were massacred during the French Revolution, not the Napoleonic Wars, and were subsequently beatified.
The courtesy title 'Duke of La Roche-Guyon' was first used by Alfred de La Rochefoucauld in the 18th century.
Answer: False
The courtesy title 'Duke of La Roche-Guyon' originated in the 19th century when Alfred de La Rochefoucauld, from a cadet branch, adopted it.
Adélaïde Marie Françoise served as the lady of honor to Empress Josephine.
Answer: True
Adélaïde Marie Françoise served as the first lady of honor (dame d'honneur) to Empress Josephine.
Alexandre-François of La Rochefoucauld negotiated the union of the Kingdom of Holland with France.
Answer: True
Serving as Ambassador to The Hague, Alexandre-François of La Rochefoucauld negotiated the union of the Kingdom of Holland with France.
Robert de La Rochefoucauld (1923-2012) was known for his activities as a World War II spy.
Answer: True
Robert de La Rochefoucauld (1923–2012) was recognized for his service as a World War II spy.
Approximately 40 members of the La Rochefoucauld family have been associated with the Sovereign Military Order of Malta.
Answer: True
Approximately 40 members of the La Rochefoucauld family have been associated with the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, indicating a long-standing tradition of service.
The title 'Duke of Estissac' was created for Louis François Armand in 1737 and became hereditary in 1758.
Answer: True
The title 'Duke of Estissac' was created for Louis François Armand of La Rochefoucauld in 1737 and was made hereditary in 1758.
François XII, an eminent philanthropist, was known for his statement during the French Revolution.
Answer: True
François XII, known for his philanthropy, made a significant statement during the French Revolution, identifying the events as a 'revolution'.
What famous quote is attributed to François XII during the French Revolution?
Answer: No, Sire, it is a revolution.
François XII famously responded to King Louis XVI's question about the events of 1789 by stating, 'No, Sire, it is a revolution.'
The title 'Duke of Estissac' was created for which member of the La Rochefoucauld family?
Answer: Louis François Armand
The title 'Duke of Estissac' was created for Louis François Armand of La Rochefoucauld in 1737.
Who were the two members of the La Rochefoucauld family beatified after being massacred during the French Revolution?
Answer: Pierre-Louis and François-Joseph of La Rochefoucauld-Bayers
Pierre-Louis and François-Joseph of La Rochefoucauld-Bayers were beatified after being massacred during the French Revolution.
What significant role did Adélaïde Marie Françoise play in relation to Empress Josephine?
Answer: She served as Empress Josephine's first lady of honor (dame d'honneur).
Adélaïde Marie Françoise served as the first lady of honor (dame d'honneur) to Empress Josephine.
Which member of the family was a World War II spy?
Answer: Robert de La Rochefoucauld (1923-2012)
Robert de La Rochefoucauld (1923–2012) was recognized for his service as a World War II spy.
The title 'Duke of La Roche-Guyon' used in the 19th-21st centuries is:
Answer: A courtesy title adopted by a cadet branch.
The title 'Duke of La Roche-Guyon' used in later centuries is a courtesy title adopted by Alfred de La Rochefoucauld from a cadet branch.
Approximately how many members of the La Rochefoucauld family have been associated with the Sovereign Military Order of Malta?
Answer: Around 40
Approximately 40 members of the La Rochefoucauld family have been associated with the Sovereign Military Order of Malta.
Which member of the family was known for his philanthropic work and his statement during the French Revolution?
Answer: François XII
François XII was an eminent philanthropist known for his statement during the French Revolution.
The primitive arms of the House of La Rochefoucauld feature three blue chevrons on a red field.
Answer: False
The primitive arms are described as barruly of argent and azure, with three red chevrons, the uppermost one truncated.
The quartered arms of Charles of La Rochefoucauld (1520-1582) include symbols representing the House of Lusignan.
Answer: False
The quartered arms of Charles of La Rochefoucauld represent the Houses of Roye and Roucy. The similarity to Lusignan arms is noted for the primitive 'barruly' field, not specifically for Charles's quartered arms.
In heraldry, the tincture 'Or' typically symbolizes generosity, nobility, and prestige.
Answer: True
The tincture 'Or' (gold or yellow) in heraldry commonly symbolizes generosity, nobility, and prestige.
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' translates to 'It is my pleasure'.
Answer: True
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' indeed translates to 'It is my pleasure,' suggesting personal satisfaction or prerogative.
The heraldic similarity between the La Rochefoucauld arms and those of the House of Lusignan is due to the 'barruly' field.
Answer: True
The 'barruly' field in the La Rochefoucauld arms is noted for its similarity to the arms of the House of Lusignan, suggesting a potential connection.
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' suggests a sense of personal satisfaction or prerogative.
Answer: True
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' implies a sense of personal satisfaction, privilege, or the exercise of authority.
The primitive arms of the La Rochefoucauld family have a field barruly argent and azure with three red chevrons.
Answer: True
The primitive arms are described as barruly of ten argent and azure, with three red chevrons, the uppermost one truncated.
The heraldic symbol of a dove at the center of the Maltese cross is associated with the Order of Saint Michael.
Answer: False
The dove at the center of the Maltese cross is associated with the Order of the Holy Spirit, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. The Order of Saint Michael features Saint Michael defeating a dragon.
What is the heraldic description of the primitive arms of the House of La Rochefoucauld?
Answer: Argent and azure barruly, with three chevrons gules
The primitive arms are described as barruly of argent and azure, with three red chevrons, the uppermost one truncated.
What does the motto 'C'est mon plaisir' associated with the House of La Rochefoucauld mean?
Answer: It is my pleasure
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' translates to 'It is my pleasure,' reflecting a sense of personal satisfaction or prerogative.
Which of the following tinctures in heraldry symbolizes generosity, nobility, and prestige?
Answer: Or (gold/yellow)
The tincture 'Or' (gold or yellow) in heraldry symbolizes generosity, nobility, and prestige.
What is the significance of the 'barruly' field in the primitive arms of the House of La Rochefoucauld?
Answer: It is similar to the arms of the House of Lusignan.
The 'barruly' field in the La Rochefoucauld arms is similar to the arms of the House of Lusignan, suggesting a potential common origin.
What is symbolized by the fleur-de-lis between the arms of the Maltese cross in the heraldry of the Order of the Holy Spirit?
Answer: The twelve Apostles
In the heraldry of the Order of the Holy Spirit, the fleur-de-lis between the arms of the Maltese cross collectively represent the Twelve Apostles.
What does the heraldic tincture 'Azure' typically represent?
Answer: Loyalty and truth
In heraldry, 'Azure' (blue) typically represents loyalty and truth.
What is the meaning of the La Rochefoucauld family motto, 'C'est mon plaisir'?
Answer: An expression of personal satisfaction or prerogative.
The motto 'C'est mon plaisir' translates to 'It is my pleasure,' suggesting a sense of personal satisfaction or prerogative.
The primitive arms of the La Rochefoucauld family feature which elements?
Answer: Alternating silver and blue bars with red chevrons
The primitive arms are characterized by alternating silver and blue bars (barruly) and three red chevrons.
The Château de La Roche-Guyon became part of the La Rochefoucauld family holdings through a marriage in the 17th century.
Answer: True
The Château de La Roche-Guyon was brought into the family through the marriage of François VII of La Rochefoucauld to Jeanne Charlotte of Plessis-Liancourt in 1663.
The La Rochefoucauld-Montbel family owned the Lascaux caves at the time of their discovery.
Answer: True
The La Rochefoucauld-Montbel family held ownership of the Lascaux caves when they were discovered.
The La Rochefoucauld family acquired the domains of La Roche-Guyon and Liancourt through the marriage of François VII.
Answer: True
The domains of La Roche-Guyon and Liancourt were brought into the La Rochefoucauld family through the inheritance of Jeanne Charlotte of Plessis-Liancourt, wife of François VII.
Charles-Emmanuel of La Rochefoucauld-Montbel donated the Lascaux caves to France.
Answer: True
Charles-Emmanuel of La Rochefoucauld-Montbel demonstrated a commitment to heritage preservation by donating the Lascaux caves to France.
How did the Château de La Roche-Guyon become associated with the family?
Answer: Through the marriage of François VII in 1663
The Château de La Roche-Guyon became associated with the family through the marriage of François VII of La Rochefoucauld to Jeanne Charlotte of Plessis-Liancourt in 1663.
The La Rochefoucauld family's connection to the Lascaux caves is significant because:
Answer: They owned the caves at the time of their discovery.
The significance of the family's connection lies in the fact that the La Rochefoucauld-Montbel family owned the Lascaux caves at the time of their discovery.
What did Charles-Emmanuel of La Rochefoucauld-Montbel do to preserve historical sites?
Answer: He donated the Lascaux caves and the Pellevoisin sanctuary.
Charles-Emmanuel of La Rochefoucauld-Montbel demonstrated a commitment to heritage preservation by donating the Lascaux caves to France and the Pellevoisin sanctuary to the diocese of Bourges.
What did the marriage of François VII's wife bring into the La Rochefoucauld family?
Answer: The domains of La Roche-Guyon and Liancourt
Through the marriage of François VII, the domains of La Roche-Guyon and Liancourt were brought into the La Rochefoucauld family.