Maria Luisa of Spain

Spanish queen consort of Etruria

Maria Luisa of Spain - Spanish queen consort of Etruria
Born

November 24th, 1745
279 years ago

Died

1792
233 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

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Born in 1745, served as queen consort of Etruria through marriage to Louis de Bourbon, Duke of Parma. Established her tenure within the Italian political landscape and family strategies. Raised a large family, strengthening dynastic ties within European nobility. Influenced cultural and social affairs in the realm, leaving a notable legacy within the Duces and the royal family.

Served as queen consort of Etruria

Strengthened dynastic ties through marriage

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