Princess Charlotte Wilhelmine of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld
German princess, consort of Duke
Born
1685
341 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Born into the Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld family, this princess became the Duchess of Saxe-Coburg as the consort of Ernest Frederick. Her marriage strengthened the political relationships between families of German nobility. While little is recorded about her personal life, her position contributed to the lineage that eventually connected to later European royalty. She remained in her role until her death in 1767.
Became Duchess of Saxe-Coburg by marriage
Strengthened noble alliances through marriage
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