In a previous post about Queens of Castile, I mentioned I would be doing an accompanying post about a few of the Queens and Princesses of Aragon. As I mentioned in that previous post, one of the things I loved about the Iberian monarchies is the role of women. This idea of the Queen-Lieutenant although… Continue reading THE LADY OF ARAGON
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THE LADY OF CASTILE
Today is obviously St George's Day celebrated pretty much everywhere (especially in places where St George is the patron saint). Little known fact outside of Spain though - April 23rd is also Castile and Leon Day (Día de Castilla y León) a holiday which commemorates the Battle of Villalar between Castilian rebels (known as Comuneros)… Continue reading THE LADY OF CASTILE
The Monstrous Regiment of Women 