Catherine of Cleves
Duchess consort and regent of Guelders
Born
May 25th, 1417
607 years ago
Died
1479
546 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Netherlands
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Born in 1417, served as the Duchess consort regent of Guelders. Assumed regency for her son after the death of her husband, Duke Arnold of Guelders. Navigated the political landscape of the Low Countries during a turbulent period, managing internal conflicts and foreign threats. Maintained the ducal authority and facilitated alliances through strategic marriages.
Regent of Guelders during the early 15th century
Managed the ducal authority through conflicts
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