Maria Carolina of Austria
Queen Consort of Naples and Sicily
Born
1752
273 years ago
Died
September 8th, 1814
210 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as queen consort of Naples and Sicily from 1768 until death. Daughter of Empress Maria Theresa and Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor. Married Ferdinand IV of Naples, influencing the court's politics and culture. Advocated for reforms in governance and education during her reign. Played a significant role in the politics surrounding the Napoleonic Wars, particularly in opposing French imperial ambitions.
Promoted educational reforms in Naples
Influenced cultural developments at court
Opposed French control during the Napoleonic Wars
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