Maria Luisa of Spain
Spanish queen consort of Etruria
Born
Died
1792
234 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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