Maria Leopoldine of Austria-Este

Electress of Bavaria

Maria Leopoldine of Austria-Este - Electress of Bavaria
Born

1776
249 years ago

Died

June 23rd, 1848
177 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Maria Leopoldine of Austria-Este served as Electress of Bavaria from 1810 until her death in 1848. Married to Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria, she played a significant role in the court life of Bavaria. As the mother of several children, she contributed to the lineage of European nobility. The electress was involved in charitable works and maintained connections with various European royal families.

Served as Electress of Bavaria

Contributed to the lineage of European nobility

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