Louis, Duke of Brittany (1707–1712)

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Louis, Duke of Brittany
Born	8 January 1707 Palace of Versailles, France
Died	8 March 1712 (aged 5) Palace of Versailles, France
Father	Louis XV of France
Mother	Maria Leszczyńska

Louis, Duke of Brittany (8 January 1707 – 8 March 1712) was the eldest son of King Louis XV of France and Queen Maria Leszczyńska. He was born at the Palace of Versailles in France.

Louis, Duke of Brittany, was the first child of Louis XV and Maria Leszczyńska. His birth was met with great joy and celebration throughout France. As the heir apparent to the French throne, he was given the title of Duke of Brittany.

Tragically, Louis, Duke of Brittany, passed away at the young age of 5 on 8 March 1712 at the Palace of Versailles. His death was a devastating blow to the royal family and the people of France.

Louis, Duke of Brittany, was succeeded by his younger brother, who later became King Louis XV of France. Despite his short life, Louis, Duke of Brittany, left a lasting impact on the history of the French monarchy.

Legacy

Louis, Duke of Brittany's brief life is remembered in French history as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life, especially for those born into royalty. His legacy lives on in the hearts of the French people and in the annals of royal history.

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