Maria Pia of Savoy

Queen consort of Portugal

Maria Pia of Savoy - Leaders & Politicians born October 16th, 1847
Born
Died

1911
115 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Portugal

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Born in 1847, she became queen consort of Portugal upon her marriage to King Luis I. As queen, she held a ceremonial role in the Portuguese court and was involved in social and philanthropic activities. Her marriage produced several children, contributing to the stability of the Portuguese monarchy. Following the establishment of the Portuguese Republic in 1910, she and her family went into exile. Later years saw her residing in Italy, where she continued her philanthropic pursuits until her death in 1911.

Married King Luis I of Portugal

Served as queen consort from 1867 to 1910

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