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The Grand Dauphin — Dauphin who died before reigning, 1661–1711
Heir for fifty years, he died four years before his father and never reigned. (Editorial synthesis)
The Grand Dauphin’s father was Louis XIV. (source: Château de Versailles)
The Grand Dauphin’s mother was Maria Theresa of Spain. (source: Château de Versailles)
The Grand Dauphin was born on 1 November 1661. (source: Château de Versailles)
The Grand Dauphin was born in Fontainebleau. (source: INHA)
The Grand Dauphin died on 14 April 1711. (source: INHA)
The Grand Dauphin died in Meudon. (source: INHA)
The Grand Dauphin died of smallpox. (source: INHA)
Recorded child of the Grand Dauphin: the Duke of Burgundy.
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