Catherine of Cleves

Duchess consort and regent of Guelders

Catherine of Cleves - Duchess consort and regent of Guelders
Born

May 25th, 1417
608 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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