Catherine of Valois

Queen consort of England

Catherine of Valois - Queen consort of England
Born

October 27th, 1401
623 years ago

Died

1437
588 years ago — 36 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

Links & References

Born in France, Catherine was the daughter of King Charles VI of France. At the age of 15, she married King Henry V of England, becoming queen consort. Her marriage helped solidify the alliance between England and France during the Hundred Years' War. After Henry's death in 1422, she served as regent for their son, Henry VI. Catherine's marriage to Owen Tudor led to the establishment of the Tudor dynasty. She died in 1437, influencing the royal lineage of England.

Married Henry V of England

Mother of Henry VI of England

Established the Tudor dynasty through marriage to Owen Tudor

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