Marie de Luxembourg
Queen of France
Born
1304
721 years ago
Died
March 26th, 1324
701 years ago — 20 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born into the Luxembourg dynasty, this individual became Queen of France through marriage. Her reign was marked by significant political alliances and her role in the royal court. She married King Charles IV of France, becoming a key figure in the royal lineage. Following the death of Charles IV, she faced challenges regarding the succession and the political landscape of France.
Married King Charles IV of France
Like many queens, influenced court politics
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