What is queen frederica of greece?

Queen Frederica of Greece (1917-1981) was the wife of King Paul I of Greece and the mother of the current king, Constantine II. She was born in Germany and was the daughter of a Duke. She married Crown Prince Paul of Greece in 1938 and became queen consort in 1947 when her husband ascended to the throne.

During her husband's reign, she was known for her active role in the Greek Red Cross and her philanthropic efforts. She also played an important role in restoring war-torn Greece after World War II.

Queen Frederica was a controversial figure in Greece due to her conservative views and her opposition to the leftist movement that emerged during the 1960s. Her interference in politics led to a military coup in 1967, which resulted in the collapse of Greek democracy and the establishment of a military junta.

After her husband's death in 1964, Queen Frederica became a regent for her son, King Constantine II, until he came of age in 1967. She continued to play an active role in Greek politics, but her influence waned after the military coup.

She died in Madrid, Spain in 1981, where she had lived in exile after the military dictatorship. Despite her controversial legacy, she was widely respected for her dedication to Greece and her philanthropic work.