Eugénie de Montijo
Empress of France, wife of Napoleon III
Born
May 5th, 1826
198 years ago
Died
1920
105 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1826, the daughter of a Spanish nobleman, became empress consort of France through marriage to Napoleon III in 1853. Held the title until the fall of the Second Empire in 1870. Advocated for various charitable causes and played a significant role in the arts, fashion, and the cultural life of France during her reign. After the dethronement of her husband, lived in exile in England before returning to France in later years. Passed away in 1920.
Served as Empress of France from 1853 to 1870
Supported various charitable organizations and cultural projects
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