Elizabeth Bonifacia

Heiress of Poland

Elizabeth Bonifacia - Heiress of Poland
Born

June 22nd, 1373
652 years ago

Died

1399
626 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Poland

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Born in 1373, Elizabeth Bonifacia became a prominent figure in Polish nobility. As an heiress, she held significant estates and influence in the region. Elizabeth's lineage linked her to notable Polish royal families, strengthening political alliances through arranged marriages. Her life unfolded against the backdrop of feudal Poland, characterized by power struggles among noble families and the expansion of territorial claims. Elizabeth's contributions were largely connected to the management of her estates and the promotion of dynastic interests.

Inherited substantial estates in Poland

Strengthened political alliances through marriage

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