Mary of France facts for kids
Mary of France is a name that has been used for several important women throughout French history. These women were often part of the royal family, either as daughters of kings, wives of kings, or powerful nobles. They lived in different centuries and played various roles in the history of France and Europe.
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Important Women Named Mary of France
Many women connected to the French royal family were known as "Mary of France" or "Marie of France." Here are some of the most notable ones.
Marie de France, Medieval Poet
Marie de France was a very important poet who lived in the 12th century. She is known for writing poems called "lais," which are short stories often about love and chivalry. She also wrote fables and the "Espurgatoire Seint Patriz" (Saint Patrick's Purgatory). Her exact life details are not fully known, but her writings are a key part of early French literature.
Marie of France, Countess of Champagne
Marie of France was born in 1145 and passed away in 1198. She was the daughter of King Louis VII of France and his first wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine. Marie became the Countess of Champagne when she married Henry I, the Count of Champagne. She was known for her intelligence and for supporting poets and writers at her court.
Marie of France, Duchess of Brabant
Born in 1198, Marie of France lived until 1224. She was the daughter of King Philip II of France. Marie married Henry I, Duke of Brabant, and became the Duchess of Brabant. Her marriage helped to strengthen ties between France and the Duchy of Brabant.
Marie of France, Duchess of Bar
Marie of France was born in 1344 and died in 1404. She was the daughter of King John II of France. She married Robert I, Duke of Bar, and became the Duchess of Bar. She was an important figure in the nobility during her time.
Marie of Anjou, Queen of France
Marie of Anjou was born in 1404 and lived until 1463. She became the Queen Consort of France by marrying King Charles VII. She was a supportive wife to the king during a difficult period in French history, known as the Hundred Years' War.
Mary Tudor, Queen of France
Mary Tudor was born in 1496 and passed away in 1533. She was not French by birth but was an English princess, the younger sister of King Henry VIII of England. She became the Queen Consort of France when she married King Louis XII of France in 1514. Their marriage was short, as King Louis XII died just a few months later.
Mary, Queen of Scots, Queen of France
Mary, Queen of Scots, was born in 1542 and died in 1587. She was the Queen of Scotland from a very young age. She also became the Queen Consort of France when she married the Dauphin Francis, who later became King Francis II of France. She lived in France for many years during her childhood and youth.
Other Meanings
Sometimes, "Mary, Queen of France" can also refer to a novel.
- Mary, Queen of France (novel), a book written by Jean Plaidy.
See also
- Marie of Valois (disambiguation)
