Queen Fabiola of Belgium facts for kids
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Queen Fabiola on a state visit to Washington, D.C. in 1969
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| Queen consort of the Belgians | |||||
| Tenure | 15 December 1960 – 31 July 1993 | ||||
| Born | 11 June 1928 Madrid, Spain |
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| Died | 5 December 2014 (aged 86) Stuyvenbergh Castle, Laeken, Belgium |
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| Spouse | Baudouin of Belgium | ||||
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| Father | Gonzalo de Mora Fernández Riera del Olmo | ||||
| Mother | Blanca de Aragon y Carrillo de Albornoz Barroeta-Aldamar y Elío | ||||
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Queen Fabiola of Belgium was born Doña Fabiola de Mora y Aragón on June 11, 1928. She became the wife of King Baudouin of Belgium. As his wife, she was known as the queen consort of Belgium. This means she was the wife of the king, but she did not rule on her own. She was queen for 33 years, from her wedding in 1960 until her husband's death in 1993.
Queen Fabiola and King Baudouin did not have children. When King Baudouin passed away, the crown went to his younger brother, King Albert II. Queen Fabiola died on December 5, 2014, at the age of 86. She passed away at Stuyvenbergh Castle in Laeken, Belgium.
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Who Was Queen Fabiola?
Queen Fabiola was an important figure in Belgian history. She was known for her kindness and her dedication to helping others. She spent much of her life working for good causes. She was also a writer of children's stories.
Early Life in Spain
Fabiola Fernanda María de las Victorias Antonia Adelaida de Mora y Aragón was born in Madrid, Spain. Her family was part of the Spanish nobility. Her father was Gonzalo de Mora Fernández Riera del Olmo. Her mother was Blanca de Aragon y Carrillo de Albornoz Barroeta-Aldamar y Elío.
Before she became queen, Fabiola worked as a nurse. She cared for people who were sick or injured. This showed her caring nature from a young age.
Becoming Queen of the Belgians
In 1960, Fabiola married King Baudouin of Belgium. Their wedding was a big event. After their marriage, she became the Queen of the Belgians. She took on many duties and responsibilities.
Her Time as Queen
As queen, Fabiola worked hard to support her husband and the people of Belgium. She often visited hospitals and charities. She was especially interested in helping children and people with disabilities.
Queen Fabiola was also known for her strong faith. She was a Roman Catholic and her beliefs guided her actions. She and King Baudouin were a very close couple. They were often seen together at public events.
Life After the Throne
After King Baudouin died in 1993, Queen Fabiola became the Queen Dowager. This means she was the widow of a king. She continued to be involved in many good causes. She supported various charities and cultural projects.
She was a beloved figure in Belgium. People remembered her for her grace and her commitment to service. Her life showed a strong dedication to her adopted country.
Images for kids
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Palace of Zurbano, where Queen Fabiola was born
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Queen Fabiola during her state visit in West Germany (Munich, 1971)
See also
In Spanish: Fabiola de Mora y Aragón para niños
