Princess Marie Adélaïde of France
French Princess, daughter of Louis XV
Born
Died
1800
226 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1732, this princess was the daughter of King Louis XV of France and his wife, Queen Marie Leszczyńska. She was raised in the royal court and became a significant figure in the French nobility. Known for limited public engagements, she primarily focused on court life and familial duties. Her life spanned a tumultuous period in French history, including the lead-up to the French Revolution. She lived through the era marked by complex political dynamics within the royal family and the broader social unrest that characterized 18th-century France.
Served as a royal princess of France
Participated in court events during reign of Louis XV
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