Birthdate: October 14, 1630
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: The Hague, Netherlands
Died: June 8, 1714
Sophia of Hanover held a significant political and social position as Electress of Hanover from 1692 to 1698. She played a pivotal role in the Act of Settlement 1701, shaping the succession to the thrones of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Sophia’s lasting legacy is evident in her support for the arts, notably seen in the construction of Herrenhausen Palace and her backing of prominent philosophers. Her influence and contributions have left a profound mark on the cultural and intellectual milieu of her time.
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