The current situation in the United
States, where President Trump has said he will authorise the
military to enter towns and cities unless growing civil unrest
comes to an end, has drawn attention around the world. In these
circumstances, it is perhaps not unsurprising to hear members of
royal families share their opinions. The protests began following
the death of George Floyd on May 25th…
Isabella of Valois, The Child Bride of Richard II
4th August 2015
In medieval times royal brides were often
quite young when they married, though consummation was usually
forbidden until a more appropriate age was reached. A certain young
bridge might ring a bell as the founder of the Tudor Dynasty. Lady
Margaret Beaufort was first married…

