Joanna Plantagenet: life of the week
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Joanna Plantagenet: A Life of Political Struggles
This chapter explores the complex political landscape surrounding Joanna Plantagenet, highlighting her powerful role in navigating marriage proposals and alliances during the Crusades. It captures her tumultuous journey of autonomy, motherhood, and personal strife, especially in relation to her marriage with Raymond VI of Toulouse and the challenges that followed. The narrative also delves into the tragic final days of Joanna's life, marked by her commitment to faith and her enduring legacy after her untimely death.
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