Henri, Duke of Verneuil

Gaston Henri de Bourbon, Duke of Verneuil (3 November 1601 – 28 May 1682), was the bishop of Metz from 1612 to 1652, despite not being ordained. In his early 50s he was displaced and had a career as a diplomat.

Henri, Duke of Verneuil
Bishop of Metz
In office
1612–1652
Duke of Verneuil
In office
1663–1682
Personal details
Born3 November 1601
Château de Vincennes
Died28 May 1682
Parents
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