Louis de Noailles, Duke of Noailles facts for kids
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| Noailles by a member of the École Française. | |
| Spouse(s) | Cathérine de Cossé-Brissac |
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| Noble family | of Noailles |
| Father | Adrien Maurice de Noailles |
| Mother | Françoise Charlotte d'Aubigné |
| Born | 1713 April 21 Versailles, France |
| Died | Error: Need valid death date (first date): year, month, day Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France |
Louis de Noailles (born April 21, 1713 – died August 22, 1793) was an important French nobleman. He held the title of Duke of Noailles. He belonged to the powerful House of Noailles family. He was also related to King Louis XIV through his aunt, Marie Victoire de Noailles. Louis de Noailles chose to stay in France during the French Revolution.
Early Life and Family Background
Louis de Noailles was born in Versailles, France, on April 21, 1713. He was one of six children in his family. From birth, he was given the title of Duke of Ayen.
His father was Adrien Maurice de Noailles. He was a respected military leader during the time of King Louis XIV. Louis's mother was Françoise Charlotte d'Aubigné. She was the niece and heir of Madame de Maintenon. Madame de Maintenon was King Louis XIV's second wife.
Marriage and Children
Louis de Noailles married Cathérine Françoise Charlotte de Cossé-Brissac. Their wedding took place on February 25, 1737. They had four children together.
- Jean de Noailles, Duke of Noailles (born October 26, 1739, in Paris – died October 20, 1824).
- Adrienne Catherine de Noailles (born December 24, 1741 – died December 1813). She married René de Froulay, who was the Count of Tessé.
- Emmanuel Marie Louis de Noailles, Marquis of Noailles (born December 12, 1743 – died September 1822). He was a diplomat for France. He never married.
- Philippine Louise de Noailles (1745–1791). She married Louis Antoine Armand de Gramont.
Noble Titles Held
Louis de Noailles held different noble titles during his life.
- From April 21, 1713, to June 24, 1766, he was known as The Duke of Ayen.
- From June 24, 1766, until his death on August 22, 1793, he was known as The Duke of Noailles.
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Noailles by a member of the École Française.
