House of Ligne
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The House of Ligne is one of the oldest Belgian noble families, dating back to the eleventh century.[1] The family's name comes from the village of Ligne [fr] where it originated,[2] between Ath and Tournai in what is now the Hainaut province of Belgium.
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House of Ligne | |
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Current region | Belgium |
Place of origin | Ligne in Hainaut |
Founded | 11th century |
Current head | Michel, 14th Prince of Ligne |
Titles | Prince de Ligne Prince d'Épinoy Prince d'Amblise |
Estate(s) | Château de Belœil |
Cadet branches | Ligne-La Trémoïlle |
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