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Posted on March 26, 2022March 26, 2022 by Sasha

Amalasuntha: Wise Queen of the Ostrogoths

Amalasuntha ruled Rome after the Roman Empire's fall. She is known for being a wise leader of the Ostrogoths, first as regent, then as the ruling monarch.

Posted on December 16, 2021December 22, 2021 by Sasha · 2 Comments

Henrietta of England: The Poisoned Duchess of Orléans

Henrietta of England, known as Minette, fled England at the age of only three, then became a very unhappy duchess, followed by her very mysterious early death.

Posted on September 19, 2021December 22, 2021 by Sasha · 2 Comments

Margherita of Savoy, Queen of Italy

Margherita of Savoy was the first woman to hold the title of Queen of Italy. She's also my favorite historical figure because she's just amazing.

Posted on September 18, 2021December 22, 2021 by Sasha

The Tragic Life of Mafalda of Savoy

Princess Mafalda of Savoy did nothing except exist, which made Hitler pretty angry. She met a terrible end in a terrible concentration camp.

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

- Nell Gwyn, mocking King Charles II

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