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Louise of Orléans: Queen of the Belgians from 1832 to 1850.
Born in Palermo (died at age 38).
Biography
Louise of Orléans was the first Queen of the Belgians as the second wife of King Leopold I from their marriage on 9 August 1832 until her death in 1850. She was the second child and eldest daughter of the French king Louis Philippe I and his wife, Maria Amalia of the Two Sicilies. Louise rarely participated in public representation, but acted as the political adviser of her spouse. Her large correspondence is a valuable historical source of the period and has been published.
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How old was Louise of Orléans?
Louise of Orléans was born on and passed away on at the age of 38.
Where was Louise of Orléans born?
Louise of Orléans was born in Palermo.
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