Maria of Portugal

Infanta and daughter of King Peter I

Maria of Portugal - Infanta and daughter of King Peter I
Born

February 9th, 1313
712 years ago

Died

January 18th, 1357
668 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Portugal

Links & References

Born as the daughter of King Peter I of Portugal, held the title of infanta. Engaged in political alliances through marriage. Became the Duchess of Burgundy by marriage to Philip the Bold. Her union aided in strengthening ties between the Kingdom of Portugal and the Burgundian Netherlands.

Married Philip the Bold, Duke of Burgundy

Introduced Portuguese influence in Burgundy

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