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Jadwiga ( Polish: [jadˈviɡa] ⓘ; 1373 or 1374 – 17 July 1399), also known as Hedwig ( Hungarian: Hedvig ), was the first woman to be crowned as monarch of the Kingdom of Poland. She reigned from 16 October 1384 until her death. She was the youngest daughter of Louis the Great, King of Hungary and Poland, and his wife, Elizabeth of Bosnia.
- 16 October 1384 – 17 July 1399
- Elizabeth of Bosnia
- Long May She Reign. Jadwiga’s reign as Queen of Poland lasted just under 15 years, from October 16, 1384 until her death at the tender age of 25. Wikipedia.
- Welcome to the World. Jadwiga was born in the city of Buda (now part of Budapest), which used to be the capital of the Kingdom of Hungary. She was the third and youngest child of Elizabeth of Bosnia and Louis I, King of Hungary and Poland.
- High Prize Within the Patriarchy. Louis I, Jadwiga’s father, was a fierce warrior, but there was one battle he couldn't win. Louis just couldn't seem to produce a male heir.
- Tragedy in Childhood. Most people don't realize that Jadwiga was never supposed to be Queen. Instead her older sister Catherine of Hungary should have inherited the throne.
Mar 15, 2024 · Jadwiga ; canonized June 8, 1997; feast day February 28) was the queen of Poland (1384–99) whose marriage to Jogaila, grand duke of Lithuania (Władysław II Jagiełło of Poland), founded the centuries-long union of Lithuania and Poland.
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Queen Jadwiga (by Aleksander Augustynowicz, 1925) Jadwiga died at a young age – about 25. What caused her premature death? On 22 June 1399, Jadwiga gave birth to a daughter, Elisabeth Boniface. Pope Boniface IX himself agreed to be her godfather, after whom she received her second name.
Feb 7, 2024 · Queen Jadwiga's footprint at the 'Church on the Sand' St. Jadwiga The most influential woman in Polish history, bar none, Queen Jadwiga of Poland reigned as the country’s first female monarch (formally holding the title of 'King') between 1384 and 1399.
Dec 18, 2023 · October 25, 2021. How Jadwiga, Poland’s Female King, Became The Country’s Most Influential Woman. by Allison Hinrichs. 0120. From tragic beginnings Poland’s King Jadwiga founded a centuries-long union between Lithuania and Poland. The Girl King.
Jun 8, 2021 · Queen Jadwiga was a skilled and fearless negotiator and bold leader. She led peace talks with Teutonic knight leadership-buying precious time for King Jagiello's near future defensive military campaign. She headed 2 expeditions, significant for the Polish kingdom's security: to Red Ruthenia and Wolhynia.