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Tag: 1100s

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Sasha

Almost-Queens: Matilda of Scotland

The first woman considered to be Queen-Regnant of England, though her reign is disputed, was Matilda, formerly Empress of Germany. Her mother was Matilda of Scotland.

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Sasha

Blanche of Castile: France’s Indomitable Regent

Blanche of Castile served as regent of France on two occasions and held great power in the country even when she wasn’t ruling.

Posted on December 31, 2021December 31, 2021 by Sasha

Rosamund Clifford: The Queen’s Rival

Rosamund Clifford (c. 1150 - c. 1176) was Henry II of England's mistress. Unluckily for her, his wife was Eleanor of Aquitaine, who was not at all fond of The Fair Rosamund.

Posted on December 23, 2021December 23, 2021 by Sasha

Berengaria of Navarre: The Queen Who Never Set Foot In Her Country

Berengaria of Navarre became Queen of England in the 1100s, but because her husband was always on crusade, she never got to settle down in England.

Od’s fish! But this is the poorest company I ever was in!

- Nell Gwyn, mocking King Charles II

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