Countess Palatine Margaret of Mosbach

Countess consort of Hanau

Countess Palatine Margaret of Mosbach - Countess consort of Hanau
Born

March 2nd, 1432
593 years ago

Died

1457
568 years ago — 25 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1432, held the title of Countess Palatine. Became Countess consort of Hanau through marriage to Philip I. Contributed to the governance and stability of Hanau during her tenure. Engagement in regional affairs and noble family ties helped to strengthen alliances within the Holy Roman Empire.

Married Philip I, Count of Hanau

Influenced regional governance

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