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Ekaterine Dadiani

1816–1882 · 19th century · Also known as Ekaterine Chavchavadze

Ekaterine Dadiani, born Chavchavadze, was the wife of David Dadiani, Prince of Mingrelia, and ruled as regent for their son Niko after her husband's death in 1853. During the Crimean War she led resistance to the Ottoman invasion of Mingrelia. Russia removed her from power in 1857 and annexed the principality in 1867. She died at Zugdidi.

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Principality of Mingrelia

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APA: The Epoch Institute. (2026). Ekaterine Dadiani. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/ekaterine-dadiani
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