Margaret of Brabant
German queen consort
Born
October 4th, 1276
749 years ago
Died
December 14th, 1311
713 years ago — 35 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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A queen consort of the Kingdom of Germany, she was the daughter of Duke Henry II of Brabant and had significant influence during her husband's reign. Married to King Henry VII of Germany in 1300, she helped navigate the complexities of the German political landscape. Her tenure saw various diplomatic efforts to strengthen alliances within the Holy Roman Empire. After the death of her husband in 1313, she became embroiled in the subsequent power struggles that shaped the region. Her legacy includes the impact of her lineage and her role as a unifying figure among the German nobility during a tumultuous period.
Marriage to King Henry VII of Germany
Influence in German politics
Diplomatic efforts within the Holy Roman Empire
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