Eleanor of Anjou
Queen consort of Sicily
Born
1289
736 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Eleanor of Anjou served as queen consort of Sicily during the early 14th century. Married to King Frederick III of Sicily, she played a significant role in the political landscape of the time. Her marriage helped strengthen alliances between the Anjou dynasty and Sicily. After her husband's death, she managed the royal household and continued to support her family's interests in the region, navigating the complex relationships between various European powers.
Served as queen consort of Sicily
Strengthened alliances through marriage
Managed royal household after husband's death
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