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What was Maria Christina's husband's title?

  • King of Spain

  • Emperor of Austria

  • Duke of Lorraine

  • Prince of Asturias

Answer

King of Spain was the title held by Maria Christina's husband. Maria Christina was the Regent of Spain during the minority of her son, King Alfonso XIII. Her husband, King Alfonso XII, died in 1885, leaving her as the regent for their young son. Maria Christina ruled Spain until 1902, when Alfonso XIII came of age and took over the throne.
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