Sophia of Hanover – Winter Princess

Sophia of Hanover (1630-1714). Chronicling the life and times of a woman of letters and patron of the arts. Electress of Hanover (1692-1698) and heiress presumptive to the throne of the Kingdom of Great Britain.

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  • 1911 Encyclopædia Britannica/Sophia
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