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Marguerite de Béthune

1595 – 1660

French duchess

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About Marguerite de Béthune

Lived 1595 – 1660 (aged 64–65). Marguerite de Béthune was a French duchess.

Marguerite de Béthune (1595 – 21 October 1660) was the daughter of Maximilien, Duke of Sully and his second wife Rachel de Cochefilet.

Biography She married Henri de Rohan on 7 February 1603, and was then known as the Duchess consort of Rohan. Their only child Marguerite inherited the duchy and became suo jure Duchess of Rohan.

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Important facts

Born
1595
Birth century
16th century
Died
21 October 1660, Paris
Occupation
Duchess
Nationality
France
Also known as
Marguerite de Bethune, Marguerite de Béthune-Sully, Marguerite de Bethune-Sully, Duchesse douairière de Rohan, Marguerite de Béthune-Sully de Rohan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Marguerite de Béthune?

French duchess (1595-1660)

When was Marguerite de Béthune born?

Marguerite de Béthune was born in 1595.

When did Marguerite de Béthune die?

Marguerite de Béthune died on 21 October 1660 in Paris.

What was Marguerite de Béthune's occupation?

Marguerite de Béthune was a duchess.

What nationality was Marguerite de Béthune?

Marguerite de Béthune was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marguerite de Béthune

· Wikidata: Q6760831

· DBpedia: Marguerite de Béthune

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