Philibert of Châlon
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| Philibert of Châlon, Prince of Orange | |
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| 18 March 1502–3 August 1530 | |
| Image:Philibert de Chalon.jpg Philibert of Châlon | |
| Place of birth | Nozeroy, Franche-Comté |
| Place of death | Outside Florence, Italy |
| Allegiance | Habsburg dynasty |
| Battles/wars | War of the League of Cognac |
Philibert de Châlon (° 18 March 1502, Nozeroy - † 3 August 1530, outside Florence) was the last prince of Orange from the house of Châlon.
Philibert served Emperor Charles V as commander in Italy. He was killed during the final stages of the siege of Florence (1530). The interesting exchange of letters during the siege between him and Charles still survives.
He was succeeded as prince of Orange by his sister's son, Renatus of Nassau-Breda.
| Preceded by: John II of Châlon | Prince of Orange 1502–1530 | Succeeded by: René of Châlon |
| Preceded by: Ugo de Moncada | Viceroy of Naples 1528–1530 | Succeeded by: Pompeo Colonna |
