Question

Why did King Philip II see the French Huguenots as a menace

Answer 1

Answer:

French Huguenots, were Protestants who opposed Catholism, thus King Philip II considered them as menace to the Catholic crown.

Explanation:

The 16th century was a period of religious unrest between Protestants and Catholics. The throne of France was ruled by Catholics, to which Protestants (Huguenots) became a possible threat.

After French Huguenots became prosperous and wealthy, King Philip II saw them as a menace to the Catholic French throne. Huguenots were a small population that resided in South-western part of France. The group of Huguenots were guided by Jeanne d'Albret.