Eleanor of Provence (c.1223-1291)

Generosa et religiosa virago (A generous and devout heroic woman) - Westminster Chronicler How high does the arrogance of woman rise if it is not restrained? - Henry III Amesbury, 21st November 2025 I tried to do the right thing and contact the Amesbury Abbey Nursing Home beforehand to see if I could make an... Continue Reading →

Eleanor of Castille (1241-1290)

Eleanor of Castille's abridged family tree She crept up on me. Having embarrassed myself by asking to be let through to the Edward chapel (it’s Henry) I was dodging tourists then suddenly there she was. I mean, I couldn’t see her, not properly. She’s quite high, and her effigy, though still gold, is slender and... Continue Reading →

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