Maria of the Palatinate-Simmern

Noblewoman and Landgravine of Hesse

Maria of the Palatinate-Simmern - Noblewoman and Landgravine of Hesse
Born

July 24th, 1561
463 years ago

Died

1589
436 years ago — 28 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1561, a member of the Palatinate-Simmern family, served as Landgravine of Hesse-Cassel through marriage. Became an influential figure in the region, involved in various political and social affairs of her time. Managed numerous responsibilities associated with noble duties and alliances during the late Renaissance period.

Married Wilhelm IV, Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel

Mother of several prominent children

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