Princess Anna Sophie of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt
Princess and Countess of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt
Born
September 9th, 1700
325 years ago
Died
1780
245 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Born in 1700, this princess from the Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt principality played a significant role in the European nobility of her time. She married Count Ernst von Isenburg-Birstein, strengthening the alliances of the Schwarzburg family. Anna Sophie had a notable influence in court politics and was involved in various noble circles throughout her life. Her lineage continued to impact the region and contributed to the historical narrative of German nobility.
Married Count Ernst von Isenburg-Birstein
Influenced court politics in 18th century Germany
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