Dame Alice de Bryene of Acton Hall
Dame Alice de Bryene (Bryan) of Acton Hall was a middle ranking noblewomen of the late 14th and early 15th centuries. Alice was married at an early age to Sir Guy de Bryene [1309-1386] who…
Alice Perrers
Alice Perrers is best known for having been a mistress of King Edward III. In that capacity she received favour from the king, and became the subject of discontent from members of the nobility. Her…
John Wakering reappointed as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster
John Wakering’s role within the Duchy of Lancaster On 20th February 1401 John Wakering was appointed as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, replacing William Burgoyne. The position was an important administrative role, ensuring the…
Anne of Burgundy, Duchess of Bedford
Anne of Burgundy was born on 30th September 1404. Her parents were John the Fearless, duke of Burgundy and Margaret of Bavaria. Her family were one of the dominant forces in French and Western European…
Battle of Bramham Moor
The Battle of Bramham Moor was fought on 19th February 1408. It brought the Percy Rebellions (1402-1408) to an end as forces loyal to King Henry IV defeated the Earl of Northumberland’s force. Henry Percy,…
Coronation of Philippa of Hainault
Coronation of Philippa of Hainault as Queen of England The Coronation of Philippa of Hainault as Queen Consort of England took place on 18th February 1330. This was three years after the marriage of Edward…
Yolande of Aragon
Yolande of Aragon was the eldest daughter of King John I of Aragon and his second wife, Violante [Yolande] of Bar. From birth, it made Yolande a significant individual. From her father, she held claims…
Christine de Pisan
Christine de Pizan was born in Venice, Italy, in 1364. Her father was appointed astrologer to the French court in 1368 and from this point onwards, Christine’s childhood was spent in Paris. Aged 15 Christine…
Catherine de La Rochelle
Catherine de La Rochelle was a mystic who was referred to in the Trial of Joan of Arc. She, along with Brother Richard, are the two known named visionaries whom Joan of Arc met in…
Agnes Sorel
Agnes Sorel was born in 1422 into a family holding the rank of minor nobility from Fromenteau in Touraine. As a young girl she was attached to the court of Rene of Anjou and his wife,…