Carlotta, the wife of Maximilian, was Charlotte of Belgium. Known by her Spanish name Carlota, she was a significant historical figure who served as the Empress of Mexico alongside her husband, Emperor Maximilian I.
Biographical Details of Charlotte of Belgium (Carlotta)
Charlotte was born into European royalty and later became the Empress of Mexico through her marriage. Her life spanned a period of significant political upheaval in both Europe and the Americas.
Here are some key biographical details regarding Carlotta (Charlotte of Belgium):
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 June 1840 at the Palace of Laeken, Laeken, Brussels, Kingdom of Belgium |
| Died | 19 January 1927 (aged 86) at Bouchout Castle, Meise, Kingdom of Belgium |
| Burial | Royal Crypt, Church of Our Lady of Laeken |
| Spouse | Maximilian I of Mexico |
| Marriage Year | 1857 |
| Husband's Death | 1867 |
Carlotta's marriage to Maximilian I of Mexico (born Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph Maria) occurred in 1857. Maximilian was an Archduke of Austria and the younger brother of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria. Their union was part of a European-backed effort to establish a monarchy in Mexico.
Although her husband, Maximilian, was executed in 1867, Carlotta lived for many more decades, passing away at the age of 86 in 1927.
