Margaret Stewart
Dauphine of France, marriage alliance
Born
December 25th, 1424
600 years ago
Died
1445
580 years ago — 21 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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Born in 1424, a significant historical figure and the daughter of James I of Scotland. Became the Dauphine of France through marriage to the future King Louis XI. The union aimed to strengthen ties between Scotland and France during the turbulent period of the Hundred Years' War. This marriage was part of a larger political strategy to solidify alliances and ensure mutual support against England. The couple’s descendants would play a role in the complex lineage of European royalty, influencing subsequent generations and political landscapes.
Married Louis XI of France
Strengthened Franco-Scottish relations
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