Louis, Dauphin of France, Duke of Burgundy facts for kids
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Louis after Joseph Vivien
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| Dauphin of France | |||||
| tenure | 14 April 1711 – 18 February 1712 | ||||
| Born | 16 August 1682 Palace of Versailles, France |
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| Died | 18 February 1712 (aged 29) Château de Marly, Marly, France |
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| Burial | 23 February 1712 Basilica of St Denis, France |
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| Spouse | Marie Adélaïde of Savoy | ||||
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Louis, Duke of Brittany Louis XV of France |
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| House | Bourbon | ||||
| Father | Louis, Grand Dauphin | ||||
| Mother | Marie Anne Victoire of Bavaria | ||||
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Louis of France (born 16 August 1682 – died 18 February 1712) was an important prince in French history. He was the oldest son of Louis, the Grand Dauphin. Because of this, he was often called le Petit Dauphin, meaning "the Little Dauphin." He became the Dauphin of France in 1711 when his father passed away. The Dauphin was the title given to the person next in line to become King of France.
Biography of Louis
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Louis was born at the grand Palace of Versailles in France. He was the first son of Louis, known as the Grand Dauphin, and his mother, Maria Anna Victoria of Bavaria. From the moment he was born, he was given the title of Duke of Burgundy.
Louis grew up with his two younger brothers. They were Philippe, Duke of Anjou, who later became King of Spain, and Charles, Duke of Berry.
When Louis was 15 years old, he married his second cousin, Marie Adélaïde of Savoy. She was the daughter of Victor Amadeus II, the Duke of Savoy. Their marriage was part of a peace agreement called the Treaty of Turin. This treaty helped end some conflicts between France and Savoy during a war known as the Nine Years' War.
The wedding happened on 7 December 1697 at the Palace of Versailles. It was quite rare for royal marriages at that time, but Louis and Marie Adélaïde truly loved each other.
Louis became the Dauphin of France in 1711. This happened after his father, the Grand Dauphin, died. This meant Louis was now next in line to become king.
However, in February 1712, a sad event occurred. His beloved wife, Marie Adélaïde, became very ill with measles. She passed away on 12 February.
Louis was heartbroken and stayed by her side during her illness. Sadly, he also caught measles. He died just six days after her, on 18 February, at the Château de Marly.
Their two sons also got sick. The older son, Louis, Duke of Brittany, who was also a Dauphin, died on 8 March. The only one of their children to survive was their youngest son, who was just two years old. He later became King Louis XV of France.
Louis's Children
Louis and Marie Adélaïde had three sons:
- Louis of France, Duke of Brittany (born 25 June 1704 – died 13 April 1705). He passed away when he was very young.
- Louis of France, Duke of Brittany (born 8 January 1707 – died 8 March 1712). He died from measles, just like his parents.
- Louis XV of France (born 15 February 1710 – died 10 May 1774). He was the only one of their sons to survive. He later became the King of France. He married Marie Leszczyńska and had many children.
Titles and Roles
Louis held important titles during his life:
- From 16 August 1682 to 14 April 1711: He was known as His Royal Highness The Duke of Burgundy.
- From 14 April 1711 to 18 February 1712: He was known as His Royal Highness The Dauphin of France. This meant he was the heir to the French throne.
Images for kids
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Louis, playing with a spear, with his parents and brothers in 1687
See also
In Spanish: Luis de Francia (1682-1712) para niños
