Charles, Duke of Berry facts for kids
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| Born | 31 July 1686 Palace of Versailles, France |
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| Died | 5 May 1714 (aged 27) Palace of Versailles, France |
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| Burial | 15 May 1714 Basilica of Saint Denis, France |
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| Spouse | Marie Louise Élisabeth d'Orléans | ||||
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| House | Bourbon | ||||
| Father | Louis, Dauphin of France | ||||
| Mother | Marie Anne Victoire of Bavaria | ||||
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Charles of France, Duke of Berry, (born July 31, 1686 – died May 5, 1714) was a grandson of Louis XIV of France. He was known as the Duke of Berry. For seven years, from 1700 to 1707, he was even in line to become King of Spain. This was because his brother, Philip V of Spain, did not yet have any children.
Charles was born at the famous Palace of Versailles in France. He was the youngest son of Louis, Dauphin of France, who was also known as "le Grand Dauphin". His mother was Maria Anna Victoria of Bavaria.
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Life and Family
Marriage to Marie Louise Élisabeth
The Duchess of Orléans suggested that Charles marry her daughter, Marie Louise Élisabeth d'Orléans. Everyone agreed to this plan. The wedding took place on July 6, 1710.
Sadly, Charles and Marie Louise Élisabeth did not have any children who lived past infancy. Charles's wife's grandmother, Elisabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate, gave him a special nickname. She called him "Berry-Bon Cœur", which means "Berry Good Heart". This shows that he was thought to be a kind person.
Children of Charles
Charles and Marie Louise Élisabeth had three children. However, none of them lived for more than a few days.
- Na (not baptized) d'Alençon, Granddaughter of France (born July 21, 1711, at Fontainebleau)
- Charles d'Alençon, Grandson of France, Duke of Alençon (born March 26, 1713, at Versailles – died April 16, 1713, at Versailles)
- Marie Louise Élisabeth d'Alençon, Granddaughter of France (born June 16, 1714, at Versailles – died June 17, 1714, at Versailles)
Titles and Royal Status
How Charles was Addressed
From the day he was born until his death, Charles was known by a special title.
- July 31, 1686 – May 5, 1714: His Royal Highness The Duke of Berry
Images for kids
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Charles's signature from 1695.
