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The Plantagenet Dynasty
- The Plantagenets, a family known for internal conflict, ruled for over 300 years.
- Their story involves schemes, betrayals, and power struggles that shaped Europe and the Middle East.
Eleanor's Escape
- Eleanor of Aquitaine's marriage to Louis VII was a disaster, failing to produce a male heir.
- After rumors of infidelity, Eleanor escapes to Poitiers to regain control of her destiny.
Eleanor Evades Capture
- During her escape, Eleanor evaded capture twice, once from Theobald of Blois and again from Geoffrey of Anjou.
- She used the cover of darkness and detours to outsmart her pursuers.