Anne de Bourbon was a French noblewoman born in 1550, known for her role in the House of Bourbon. She was the daughter of Louis de Bourbon, Prince of Condé, and Charlotte de la Trémoille. Anne became a significant figure in the political landscape of France during the French Wars of Religion, which were conflicts primarily between Catholics and Protestants. In 1572, Anne married Henri de Navarre, who later became King Henry IV of France. This marriage was politically important as it helped to unite the Protestant and Catholic factions in France. Anne's life was marked by her efforts to navigate the complexities of her time, contributing to the stability of the Bourbon dynasty.