Countess Palatine Maria Euphrosyne of Zweibrücken

Swedish princess and noble figure

Countess Palatine Maria Euphrosyne of Zweibrücken - Swedish princess and noble figure
Born

February 14th, 1625
400 years ago

Died

1687
338 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Born as a German noble, this individual became a significant figure in Swedish history through marriage. The marriage to a member of the Swedish royal family established a connection between her lineage and the Swedish crown. Over the years, she participated in various court activities, playing a role in the cultural and political landscape of her time. Her descendants continued her legacy, contributing to the historical narrative of both Sweden and Germany.

Married to Duke Charles Gustav of Sweden

Influenced the Swedish court's cultural life

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