Henrietta Anne Stuart
Princess of Scotland, England, and Ireland
Born
June 16th, 1644
381 years ago
Died
1670
355 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1644, served as a princess of Scotland, England, and Ireland. Daughter of King Charles I, her life was marked by the turbulent political climate of the time. At a young age, she moved to France after the English Civil War, where she became involved in the court of Louis XIV. An influential figure within the French court, she played a significant role in various royal political strategies. Her marriage to Philippe I, Duke of Orléans, further solidified ties between English and French royalty.
Being a princess within multiple kingdoms
Marriage to Philippe I, Duke of Orléans
Influencing political alliances in France
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