Princess Juliane of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld
Noblewoman, Queen of the Belgians
Born
September 23rd, 1781
243 years ago
Died
1860
165 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Belgium
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Born in 1781, she belonged to the Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld family and later became the Queen of Belgium as the consort of King Leopold I. The marriage took place in 1816, and she played a significant role in the early years of the Belgian monarchy after independence was achieved. Her efforts contributed to establishing the royal family's presence in Belgian society. The couple had several children, many of whom would marry into other European royal families, further solidifying alliances. After her husband's death in 1865, she took on various charitable activities and remained a respected figure in Belgium.
Became Queen of Belgium as consort of Leopold I
Contributed to the establishment of the Belgian monarchy
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