Catherine de Medici: The Queen Who Changed History

Catherine de Medici (1519-1589) was a prominent figure in European history, known for her influential role as Queen Consort of France. Born in Florence, Italy, she married Henry II of France and became a powerful queen-mother during the reigns of her three sons—Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III. Catherine's era was marked by political turmoil and religious conflicts, including the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre. Despite the controversy, she was known for her political acumen and patronage of the arts, leaving a lasting legacy in France's cultural and political landscape.

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[medievalrhapsody]

I'm currently obsessed with Catherine de Medici. She was a complex but powerful woman, whom I think I'd have personally liked for her eccentricities and for her cunning, too. She perplexes me.

[noturavgMeg]

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[rosecoloredtimes]

I love your videos. So pleased I have found them. I spend a lot time watching the talking heads….. love

[roseg]

I like how she has a French accent with just a touch of Italian accent 🥰

[carolinewaite]

These are so fascinating. Having been to Florence myself this is so fascinating to know more of what happened. Catherine de Medici will always be remembered ❤🌹🥀💐

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[kh]

Her accent sounds like I'd imagine it would - Italian with a tinge of French

[viktorblondeen]

She seems so realistic, like her eyes speak emotion

[roaringfromthelionofjudah]

Can you do Elizabeth Woodville (“The White Queen”), please? She’s an interesting historical figure, and my 16th great-grandmother. Thank you in advance. I ❤ your channel!

[CindiCares]

Oh, gracious! However, I have never seen this! I’ll never get to bed light watching everything I’ve messed

[brendaleverick]

Imagine going through the storms of life to be able to say that about oneself from the other side.

[Unapologetically_american]

Could you guys do Joan of Arc please☺️

[josegabrieldasilva]

Don't forget Saint Bartholomew's night. She was there.

[Gitima-ldzn]

Please do it with Princess Diana and Queen Alexandra

[agamemnonhatred]

😂I knew she spoke a few languages, but I didn't know she had an Afrikaans accent. Always learning.

[nuhaafuentes]

Her accent sounds a bit South African 😂 I’m from South Africa.

[theguest]

You think you might have mentioned her killing all those Protestants. Also didn't she straight up try stealing "The Throne" from one of her sons??? Take care and have fun!!! 😎😁😎

[queenboudicca]

Interesting no mention or expression of regret for the Bartholomew's Day
Massacre...just a passing comment "French wars of religion..."

[hunterphung]

It is like Ghandi. You can't win against religious extremists.