Margaret of Anjou (Mono)
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Margaret of Anjou (Mono)
Marguerite d Anjou, daughter of duc Rene d Anjou, queen of Henry VI Date: 1430 - 1482
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1430 1482 Anjou Margaret Marguerite Mono Rene
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Margaret of Anjou: A Powerful Queen Consort in Medieval Europe This monochrome print depicts Margaret of Anjou (1430-1482), the formidable queen consort of King Henry VI of England. Daughter of Rene I, Duke of Anjou, Margaret was born in Sicily in 1430 and became queen in 1445, following her marriage to the mentally unstable Henry VI. Despite her foreign origins and the political instability of the time, Margaret proved to be a shrewd and determined ruler, wielding significant influence over her husband and the English court. Margaret's reign was marked by political turmoil, including the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil conflicts between the House of Lancaster (to which Margaret and Henry belonged) and the House of York. Margaret played a pivotal role in these conflicts, rallying support for her husband and leading her armies into battle. Her military prowess and leadership earned her the respect and fear of her enemies, and she was known for her fierce loyalty to her family and her cause. Despite her strong personality and political acumen, Margaret faced numerous challenges during her reign. Her French background made her unpopular with some of the English nobility, and her support for Henry's weak leadership led to accusations of misrule. However, she remained a steadfast advocate for her husband and her son, Edward of Westminster, and continued to wield influence even after Henry's death in 1471. This print captures the regal bearing and determination of Margaret of Anjou, a woman who defied the conventions of medieval queenhood and left an indelible mark on English history. Her legacy as a powerful and influential queen consort continues to fascinate historians and scholars today.
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