What was Maria Christina's role in the Spanish monarchy?
Queen Consort and Regent
Queen Dowager
Queen Mother
Princess
Answer
Queen Consort and Regent, Maria Christina played a pivotal role in the Spanish monarchy. As the wife of King Alfonso XII, she served as Queen Consort from 1879 until his death in 1885. Following her husband's passing, she acted as Regent for their posthumous son, Alfonso XIII, who was only two years old at the time.
Regal Reflections: The Life and Legacy of Maria Christina of Austria
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