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**Question 16:** Upon her husband's death, how did Sarah Churchill's wealth rank in Europe?
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The answer is: The richest woman in Europe. Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough, amassed immense wealth during her lifetime. Upon the death of her husband, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, in 1722, her wealth was estimated to be around £2,000,000, making her the wealthiest woman in Europe at the time.
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**Question 17:** What honor was bestowed upon Sarah Churchill's husband for his military service?
**Question 18:** Who was the reigning British monarch when Sarah was born?
**Question 19:** Sarah had a noteworthy influence during the reign of which pair of monarchs?
**Question 20:** Which political role did Sarah Churchill NOT hold?
**Question 21:** Sarah's efforts in political intrigue were set against the backdrop of which European conflict?
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