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Episode 134: Eleanor of Aquitaine, Grandmother of Europe

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Eleanor of Aquitaine: Queen Consort and Political Strategist

This chapter explores the multifaceted life of Eleanor of Aquitaine, from her tumultuous marriage with Louis VI of France and strategic union with Henry II of England to her role as a political powerhouse in governing England during the absence of her son, Richard I. Delving into her passionate yet conflict-ridden relationships, her establishment of the court of love in Poitiers, and her involvement in her son's rebellious actions against Henry II, this chapter showcases Eleanor's enduring influence and resilience in shaping medieval European history.

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