Sophia of Bavaria
Queen of Bohemia
Born
1376
649 years ago
Died
November 4th, 1428
596 years ago — 52 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Czech Republic
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Married to Charles IV, played a significant role as Queen of Bohemia. Influenced the political landscape during the Luxembourg dynasty. Actively participated in cultural and religious affairs of the kingdom. Contributed to the establishment of Prague as a cultural and political center in Central Europe.
Served as Queen consort of Bohemia from 1349
Mothered several children, including Wenceslaus IV
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