Elizabeth of Poland

Queen consort of Hungary

Elizabeth of Poland - Queen consort of Hungary
Born

1305
720 years ago

Died

December 29th, 1380
644 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

Links & References

Served as Queen consort of Hungary from 1353 until death. Married to King Louis I of Anjou, established ties between Poland and Hungary. Actively participated in court politics and her marriage strengthened alliances between the two kingdoms. Facilitated diplomatic relations during her tenure.

Married Louis I of Anjou, King of Hungary

Strengthened Polish-Hungarian alliances

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