Marie Leszczyńska: Biography, Facts and Career
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Marie Leczinska (born Maria Karolina Zofia Felicja Leszczyńska; 23 June 1703 – 24 June 1768) was Queen of France as the wife of King Louis XV from their marriage on 4 September 1725 until her death in 1768. The daughter of Stanislaus I Leszczyński, the deposed King of Poland, and Catherine Opalińska, her 42-years and 9 months service was the longest of any queen in French history. A devout Catholic throughout her life, Marie was popular among the French people for her numerous charitable works and introduced many Polish customs to the royal court at Versailles. She was the grandmother of the French kings Louis XVI, Louis XVIII and Charles X.
Quick facts about Marie Leszczyńska
- Full name: Marie Leszczyńska
- Born: 1703-06-23
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q231674
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Who is Marie Leszczyńska?
Marie Leczinska (born Maria Karolina Zofia Felicja Leszczyńska; 23 June 1703 – 24 June 1768) was Queen of France as the wife of King Louis XV from their marriage on 4 September 1725 until her death in 1768.
What nationality is Marie Leszczyńska?
Marie Leszczyńska is France.
When was Marie Leszczyńska born?
Marie Leszczyńska was born on 1703-06-23.
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