Clementia of Hungary
Queen Consort of France and Navarre
Born
1293
732 years ago
Died
October 12th, 1328
696 years ago — 35 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as queen consort of France and Navarre during the early 14th century. Marriage to King Louis X of France contributed to the political alliances between Hungary and France. After the death of her husband in 1316, her influence within the French court was significant in royal matters. Subsequently married to Philip V of France, further solidifying her family's alliances. Cared for their children while navigating the complexities of court life and power dynamics in medieval France.
Married Louis X, King of France
Became queen consort of Navarre
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