The Norman Queens & Consorts of England 2/8

The Norman Queens of England who came to power after the invasion of William the Conqueror brought continental sophistication to the island kingdom. They fought fiercely for their rights and the rights of their children. One even went to wara against her husband. The Norman Queens consort and England’s first male consort were:
Matilda of Flanders
Matilda of Scotland
Adeliza of Louvain
Matilda of Boulogne
Geoffrey Plantagenet
Eleanor of Aquitaine

The lives of the many Kings and handful of Queens Regnant who have held dominion over the kingdom of England, and later the United Kingdom take center stage in history. But the lives of their spouses and mothers are often relegated to the wings. In this series we will learn the stories of the many Queens Consort and the handful of male consorts who have been at the monarchs’ sides. Through love, hate, adultery and sometimes murder these women and men have played vital roles in the history of England.

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Music: Folk Round by Kevin MacLeod

[latoyah]

*William I* "Marry me dearest Matilda!"
*Matilda* "Get lost peasant."
*William rides angrily to Flanders and rips her from her horse*
*Matilda* "Now THATS the man for me!"

[taylorjaffe]

Eleanor of Aquitaine is my favorite Queen. She was ahead of her time. She knew how to play the game.

[edwardceazarsantos]

i, a teacher with a class later at 7am, am currently watching this at 12mn in our country (philippines)

much love to lindsay and cheers for more wonderful content

[Hello-yqkk]

Lindsay has the best History Channel ever

[latoyah]

The Norman queens/consorts brought sophistication to the period. Thank you Lindsey 😊💓

[lucypreece]

I guarantee when you get to the Tudor queen the comment section is gonna be filled with SIX the musical fans. I dunno if that will be awesome or annoying.

[denisestevens]

I love these stories of my Great Grandparents. The 3 Matildas. Geoffrey Plantagenet was so important for the Future of England. Henry II and one of my my favorite Women Eleanor of Aquitaine.

[SomePerson_Online]

So if your name starts with the letter M or E, you’re bound to be a queen/consort 🤷🏾‍♀️

[areiaaphrodite]

It's irony that portraits are supposed to be flattering to the sitter because Stephen's portrait makes him look extremely cross-eyed 😬

[susanmarriott]

This is one of my favorite channels. I love the history of the UK. Thank you for your knowledge 👍.

[adwinjoseph]

Yes! I love how Lindsay is being generous and uploading 2 vids a week =D

[dotdotdot...]

"She (Eleanor) proved to be a superior military commander." "Each with their own army." "Louis's men, disorganised and undisciplined, lagged behind."

It's cool to hear that some of these queens had more military power and smarts than their husbands or fathers like ~900 years ago. Eleanor sounds like a savvy girl boss and capable, courageous military strategist. And some people say women can't rule or be in power?

[supaspydamn]

Wow this series is so great! Thank you

[nikkimerrims]

These are amazing, thank you for making them! 🥰

[lifegoallibrary]

Stephen of Blois’ son Eustace was also alive when Empress Matilda made a deal with him to recognize Henry II as his heir. Eustace died shortly thereafter though in a foolish attempt to retake his perceived birthrifht

[PerfectlyImperfect]

Thank you Lindsay! I’m loving your videos more & more!💕

[owenosborne-lewis]

One day, I will for sure have my grasps on the Danes and Normans.

[zainahefia]

Is every Tudor/ any other royal family member ever in all of Lindsay's videos' comment sections? Lol..

[douglasfreer]

William: Marry me.
Matilda: No thanks, you’re too far beneath me.
William: Bitch what you say!? *yanks her off her horse by her braids*
Matilda: Now you’ve caught my interest!

[rutchiesalise]

YES I GOT EARLY!
AND I AM SO HAPPY I WONT WAIT A WEEK TO WATCH THIS VIDEO