Hélène Napoleone Bonaparte

French royal figure and noblewoman

Hélène Napoleone Bonaparte - French royal figure and noblewoman
Born

June 18th, 1816
209 years ago

Died

1907
118 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Born in 1816, she was the only daughter of Napoleon Bonaparte. Raised in a noble environment, she became part of European high society. Her lineage placed her at the intersection of significant historical events and alliances, particularly in France and Italy. Though she did not have a public political role or engage in military affairs, her status contributed to the social landscape of her time. She married Count Charles-Bonaventure de Barral and had a family.

Being the only daughter of Napoleon Bonaparte

Connecting notable European noble families through marriage

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