Catherine of Poděbrady
Hungarian queen and consort
Born
November 11th, 1449
575 years ago
Died
1464
561 years ago — 15 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hungary
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Born into the Poděbrady family, served as the queen consort of Hungary. Became queen through her marriage to King Matthias Corvinus in 1476. The marriage helped solidify political alliances and maintain peace during a turbulent period in Hungary's history. Catherine's parentage connected her to prominent noble families, strengthening her position within the Hungarian court. After the death of her husband in 1490, she remained influential in court politics until her passing.
Served as queen consort of Hungary
Married King Matthias Corvinus
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