What if a queen could wield power even from behind bars? Eleanor of Aquitaine’s life was marked by political savvy and family drama, and in this episode of The Pithy Chronicle, we unravel the Revolt of 1173 that set the stage for a royal clash that would change the course of history. We uncover the tensions in her marriage to King Henry II and the ambitions of their four rebellious sons, with key alliances and betrayals adding fuel to the fire. Eleanor's imprisonment paints a portrait of res...
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What if a queen could wield power even from behind bars? Eleanor of Aquitaine’s life was marked by political savvy and family drama, and in this episode of The Pithy Chronicle, we unravel the Revolt of 1173 that set the stage for a royal clash that would change the course of history. We uncover the tensions in her marriage to King Henry II and the ambitions of their four rebellious sons, with key alliances and betrayals adding fuel to the fire. Eleanor's imprisonment paints a portrait of res...
Western Europe: Empires, Dynasties and Feudal System
The Pithy Chronicle
23 minutes
2 years ago
Western Europe: Empires, Dynasties and Feudal System
Ready to embark on a journey through time to the heart of Europe’s empirical history? Strap in as we dive headfirst into the rich tapestry of the mighty Roman Empire, making our way through to the medieval power corridors. We'll shed light on the rise and fall of the Frankish Maravigian dynasty, all the way to King Clovis's Catholic conversion and the establishment of hereditary rule. Uncover the secrets of the feudal system and discover the shocking power dynamics that led to the Maravigian ...
The Pithy Chronicle
What if a queen could wield power even from behind bars? Eleanor of Aquitaine’s life was marked by political savvy and family drama, and in this episode of The Pithy Chronicle, we unravel the Revolt of 1173 that set the stage for a royal clash that would change the course of history. We uncover the tensions in her marriage to King Henry II and the ambitions of their four rebellious sons, with key alliances and betrayals adding fuel to the fire. Eleanor's imprisonment paints a portrait of res...
