Infanta Isabel
Duchess of Burgundy
Born
1397
629 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Spain
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Born into the royal family of Castile, held the title of Duchess of Burgundy through marriage. Played a key role in the political alliances between Spain and the Burgundian Netherlands. Her marriage strategically strengthened ties that influenced the power dynamics in Europe during the late 15th century. As a significant figure in the Habsburg dynasty, contributed to the lineage that would shape European politics for generations.
Married Philip the Bold, Duke of Burgundy
Established strong dynastic ties between Spain and Burgundy
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