History
The main line was founded by a marriage between John I, Duke of Bourbon and Marie of Valois, Countess of Montpensier . The title was transferred down the line, mainly by females. The most famous examples of holders of the title of duc de Montpensier were:
- Anne Marie Louise d'Orléans, duchesse de Montpensier (La Grande Mademoiselle)
- Philippe II d'Orléans, duc d'Orléans, duc de Montpensier
- Louis Philippe II d'Orléans, duc d'Orléans, duc de Montpensier
This semi royal house was in existence for just over two centuries.
Read more about this topic: House Of Bourbon-Montpensier
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