Maria Anna of Bavaria

Archduchess of Austria, Queen of Hungary

Maria Anna of Bavaria - Archduchess of Austria, Queen of Hungary
Born

January 13th, 1610
415 years ago

Died

1665
360 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Born in 1610, prominent figure in the Habsburg dynasty, served as Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. Married to Ferdinand II, Holy Roman Emperor, contributing to the consolidation of Habsburg power during a tumultuous period in Europe. Played a significant role in court politics and maintained influence within the royal family. Engaged in the patronage of arts and architecture.

Served as Queen of Hungary from 1622

Influenced politics during the Thirty Years' War

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