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Margaret of Parma

The illegitimate daughter of a Holy Roman Emperor (Charles V), the widow of a Medici and wife to the Duke of Parma, Margaret was appointed as governor of the Netherlands in 1559 by another great relation, Philip II of Spain. She coped with great unrest and international trouble, until resigning in 1567 in opposition to Philip's policies.
Margaret of Parma: Portrait
A large version of Anthonis Mor's portrait, possibly dating from 1560.
Margaret of Parma: Short Biography
Short, encyclopedia style, biography of Margaret of Parma.

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