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Princess Margaretha of Luxembourg

Born Betzdorf Castle, 15 May 1957

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A life in time

  1. 15 May 1957

    Born in Betzdorf Castle

Family

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During her lifetime

She has lived through 8 decades. Pick one to hear and see what it was like around Betzdorf Castle.

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The 1950s · Princess is born in Betzdorf Castle

In the news1956

Electrification of major railway lines

In 1956, the Luxembourg rail network was modernized with the solemn inauguration of electrification on the lines connecting to Brussels and Metz.

What people wore

Fashion and the 1950s economic boom

During the 1950s, as Luxembourg transitioned into a consumer society, clothing became one of the everyday items showcased in exhibitions to represent the era's economic prosperity and modernization. Working-class families, particularly those in the steel industry, saw their living standards rise alongside those of the middle class, allowing for greater investment in consumer goods after basic needs like clothing were met.

Daily life

Schooling and child health services

Children typically entered the school system at age six, often facing difficulties adjusting to discipline and the curriculum. Primary schools were subject to medical oversight, with visiting nurses conducting regular health exams.

In the news1950–1972

Rapid growth in private car ownership

Between 1950 and 1972, the number of private and commercial vehicles in Luxembourg surged from 8,000 to over 100,000.

Music

The Hämmelsmarsch fair parade tradition

The Hämmelsmarsch, a folk song by Michel Lentz, was traditionally played by local music associations during street parades to invite residents to the village fair. Formerly, a shepherd accompanied these musicians with his best sheep, though this livestock tradition was largely restricted to the Schueberfouer in Luxembourg City.

In Europe1948–1952

The Marshall Plan

American aid of some $13 billion rebuilt the ruined economies of Western Europe.

Getting around

Final journey of Charly train

The narrow-gauge train nicknamed Charly, which traveled to Echternach, made its final journey under steam power on June 12, 1954.