Maria Teresa of Bourbon-Two Sicilies was born on July 19, 1819, in Naples, Italy. She was a member of the Bourbon dynasty and the daughter of King Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies and Maria Carolina of Austria. Maria Teresa became the Queen consort of Sardinia through her marriage to King Victor Emmanuel II in 1842, playing a significant role in the political landscape of Italy during the unification period. Throughout her life, Maria Teresa was known for her charitable work and support of various social causes. She had eight children, including Umberto I, who later became King of Italy. Maria Teresa passed away on January 15, 1886, leaving a lasting legacy in Italian history.