Louis, Grand Dauphin

Noble person

1661 – 1711

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Who was Louis, Grand Dauphin?

Louis of France was the eldest son and heir of Louis XIV, King of France, and his spouse, Maria Theresa of Spain. As the heir apparent to the French throne, he was styled Dauphin. He became known as Le Grand Dauphin after the birth of his own son, Le Petit Dauphin. Having predeceased his father, he never became king.

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Born
Nov 1, 1661
Palace of Fontainebleau
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Nationality
  • France
Died
Apr 14, 1711
Meudon
Resting place
Basilica of St Denis

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on July 23, 2013

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