Articles related to "Plantagenets"

The early Plantagenet kings, of French origin imposed themselves fully on England and oversaw huge advances in reform and to a lesser extent, military conquest.

The later Plantagenet kings ruled England through a period marked by (largely successfull) wars at home and abroad, and through the devastating Black Death of 1349-1350.

One of the most contested rulers of England, Matilda won her throne in the end--in a fashion.

After 1173, the four sons of King Henry II and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine - Henry, Richard, Geoffrey and John - meant nothing but trouble for their father.

French by birth and mother tongue, Henry II was nevertheless one of England's most energetic rulers, propelling the kingdom to amongst the most powerful in Europe.

In a county noted for its castles, Dunstanburgh occupies a site so impressive that it was painted several times by Turner.

Eleanor of Aquitaine is one of the most famous women of the Middle Ages. Intelligent and colorful, she was Queen of both France and England and ruler of her own domain.

Historical novel fans recognize Georgette Heyer as a paragon of the genre for her exquisite prose and extensive historical research. My Lord John is her magnum opus.

Genealogists love to find family Bible records and here are two sets of them for the Corbet family of Mendon and New Braintree, MA.

Britain's Royal Families: The Complete Genealogy is a unique reference book from AD 800 to the present in one volume. It is a must-have for monarchists and history buffs.

England's beautiful Yorkshire is famous for its rivalry with neighbouring Lancashire. But was it always thus?

Life and works of English novelist Anthony Trollope, whose books are about English society set in imaginary Barchester cathedral city.

Though he spent more time fighting in the Holy Land than in his kingdom, Richard I nevertheless enjoyed popularity among his people and a largely stable, peaceful reign.

Richard III was the last reigning English monarch to be killed in battle. He spent his boyhood at Middleham Castle.

The Magna Carta was originally intended as a peace treaty between the king and his barons, but it became the cornerstone of liberty in the English-speaking world.

Western Australia Wine Style vs. South Eastern Australia

Sarah Palin is upper echelon when it comes to descent from the nation's colonial era founding families in New England.

Edward IV shocked his Council when he announced his secret marriage to a commoner, Elizabeth Wydville, on 14 September 1464-the first since William the Conqueror.

After Elizabeth, known as the Virgin Queen, became monarch of Protestant England in 1558, she was immediately in danger from her Catholic enemies.

From 1066 England was ruled by the descendants of William the Conqueror for almost 100 years, allowing French influence to entrench itself upon the governance of England.

The British Parliament's origins began with the Provisions of Oxford when the barons took control of the government, key appointments and reform of common law.

Begun as a challenge to Church property and prosperity, John Wycliffe's movement rejected views of the Eucharist as well as producing a vernacular scripture in England.

For centuries British monarchs have sat on St. Edward's chair during coronation. This legendary chair has been the symbol of British monarchy since the 14th century.

Once there was a stone handed to the next worthy king of Scotland by the saints until the powerful English king rode away with it into the night.

Easily accessible, rich with Roman ruins, Medieval churches and 2000 years of art and history, Poitiers is a worthwhile destination for travelers to France.

His plotting and love of intrigue earned Louis XI many enemies but helped to form a united France under a strong monarchy.

A review of Alison Weir's excellent biography of the remarkable Katherine Swynford and her rise to power and wealth.

The Frazier International History Museum is an excellent resource for military history, especially for English and American history, while entertaining the whole family.

Marie de France is the writer of a collection of twelve lais, a collection of 103 Aesopic fables and a translation of the poem "St. Patrick's Purgatory."

The Debateable Land, straddling the English\Scottish Borderline, was a tract of Border country frequented by Border Reivers who avoided the justice their crimes deserved.

The theories about the identity of the famous lady who rode to Banbury Cross range from Queen, to scandalous ladies; from goddesses to nobility.

The first interesting fact about 1066 is that England had three kings that year. The first of them, Edward, Harold II and William I, better known as 'The Conqueror'.

Each day of the calendar year has hosted important historical events and the births, and deaths, of many famous personages. September 21st is no exception.

The rose is often regarded as a symbol of love especially on St. Valentines day, but it has links to mythology, medicine and religion.

Romance novels are about happy endings. Many women love them, and no wonder. The best writers will transport a reader to a place far removed from everyday life.

The latest furore over expenses has projected the British Parliament into a unique new members' club.

This first article in a series on the life and times of England's infamous King Henry VIII explores key events in Henry's family and early history.

The decade was a golden era for British films. Altogether fifteen movies from that period made the BFI's Top 100 British Movies list.

The second King of the Lancastrian dynasty, Henry V, ironically, was serving in Richard II's retinue when his father Henry Bolingbroke usurped the throne in 1399.

A prominent figure in the news these days, George W. Bush is a president with genealogical ties to old English royalty.