Princess Anne of England facts for kids

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Princess Anne of England (17 March 1637 – 8 December 1640) was a young princess who was part of the English royal family. She was the daughter of King Charles I of England and his wife, Queen Henrietta Maria of France.

Early Life of Princess Anne

Princess Anne was born on 17 March 1637. Her birthplace was St James's Palace, a famous royal home in London. Her father, King Charles I, was the ruler of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Her mother, Queen Henrietta Maria, came from the royal family of France. Anne had several brothers and sisters, including the future King Charles II.

A Short Life

Sadly, Princess Anne's life was very short. She passed away at Richmond Palace when she was only three years old. Her death was due to natural causes. Richmond Palace was another important royal residence at the time.

Resting Place

After her death, Princess Anne was buried in a very special place: Westminster Abbey. This famous church in London is where many kings, queens, and important people from British history are buried. It is also where many royal coronations and weddings take place.

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