Archduchess Elisabeth Franziska
circa 1914
**Archduchess Elisabeth Franziska of Austria** (also known as **Elisabeth of Austria**), born on **May 28, 1831**, was an Austrian archduchess and the daughter of **Archduke Joseph, Palatine of Hungary** and **Princess Maria Teresa of Savoy**. She was a member of the **Habsburg-Lorraine** family, one of Europe's most prominent royal houses.
Elisabeth was married to **Duke Maximilian of Lorraine**, and through this marriage, she became the **Duchess of Lorraine**. Their union produced several children, contributing to the continuation of the Habsburg dynasty.
She was known for her strong religious faith and charitable activities, often supporting causes related to the welfare of the poor and sick. Elisabeth Franziska was particularly close to her family, and her life was marked by devotion to both her faith and her royal duties.
Her legacy is intertwined with the complex history of the Habsburg family during the 19th century, and she passed away on **November 23, 1856**, at the age of 25, after a short life filled with personal loss and devotion to her family.
Contributed by OldPik on March 9, 2025
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