Caroline Bonaparte

French royal and queen consort of Naples

Caroline Bonaparte - Leaders & Politicians born March 25th, 1782
Born
Died

1839
187 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Born into the Buonaparte family, this individual played an influential role in the political landscape of early 19th century Europe. An important partner in her brother Napoleon's reign, she became the queen consort of Naples after marrying Joaquín Murat. The marriage allied her closely with Napoleon's interests in Italy. This individual oversaw significant cultural and educational reforms in Naples during her reign. Following the fall of Napoleon, faced exile and made her home in Austria, where she continued to live until her death.

Served as queen consort of Naples from 1808 to 1815

Oversaw cultural and educational reforms in Naples

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