Sharon Bennett Connolly
@thehistorybits.bsky.social
Historian of Medieval & Women's History. FRHistS. Mum. Yorkshire lass.
New book Jan 2025: Scotland's Medieval Queens
Blog: Historytheinterestingbits.com
Podcast: A Slice of Medieval
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New book Jan 2025: Scotland's Medieval Queens
Blog: Historytheinterestingbits.com
Podcast: A Slice of Medieval
https://viewauthor.at/SharonBennettConnolly
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Real story of Lady Jane Grey - the tragic queen behind summer hit TV show
The tragic story of Lady Jane Grey has reached a whole new generation thanks to Amazon Prime's My Lady Jane - here's the true story of England's famous 'nine-day queen'
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I'm in The Mirror! 😁
I did an interview about Lady Jane Grey a couple of weeks ago.... It was election time and England had just got into the final of the Euros.... I guess there was too much going on. But its published now.
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I did an interview about Lady Jane Grey a couple of weeks ago.... It was election time and England had just got into the final of the Euros.... I guess there was too much going on. But its published now.
www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...
Book Corner: Mortimer’s A to Zs of English History by Ian Mortimer
New review: Mortimer's A to Zs of English History has to be one of the best books I have read this year. It is such a fun read - and informative!
New review: Mortimer's A to Zs of English History has to be one of the best books I have read this year. It is such a fun read - and informative!
Book Corner: Mortimer’s A to Zs of English History by Ian Mortimer
New review: Mortimer's A to Zs of English History has to be one of the best books I have read this year. It is such a fun read - and informative!
historytheinterestingbits.com
December 11, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Book Corner: Mortimer’s A to Zs of English History by Ian Mortimer
New review: Mortimer's A to Zs of English History has to be one of the best books I have read this year. It is such a fun read - and informative!
New review: Mortimer's A to Zs of English History has to be one of the best books I have read this year. It is such a fun read - and informative!
Wordly Women: Anna Belfrage
For my latest edition of Wordly Women, it is an absolute pleasure to welcome my dear friend, Anna Belfrage.
For my latest edition of Wordly Women, it is an absolute pleasure to welcome my dear friend, Anna Belfrage.
Wordly Women: Anna Belfrage
For my latest edition of Wordly Women, it is an absolute pleasure to welcome my dear friend, Anna Belfrage.
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December 6, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Wordly Women: Anna Belfrage
For my latest edition of Wordly Women, it is an absolute pleasure to welcome my dear friend, Anna Belfrage.
For my latest edition of Wordly Women, it is an absolute pleasure to welcome my dear friend, Anna Belfrage.
All I want for Christmas is ... a good book!
But which one?
Our guests have some suggestions...
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But which one?
Our guests have some suggestions...
#podcast #medievalsky
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December Book Recommendations | A Slice of Medieval #81
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks give their summer book recommendations along with guests: Kathryn Warner, Patricia Bracewell, Helen Castor, Scott Mariani, David P
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All I want for Christmas is ... a good book!
But which one?
Our guests have some suggestions...
#podcast #medievalsky
@penandswordbooks.bsky.social
@derekbirks.bsky.social @patbracewell.bsky.social @angusdonald.bsky.social @historylauren.bsky.social
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But which one?
Our guests have some suggestions...
#podcast #medievalsky
@penandswordbooks.bsky.social
@derekbirks.bsky.social @patbracewell.bsky.social @angusdonald.bsky.social @historylauren.bsky.social
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Ooh, just noticed that the paperback of Heroines of the Tudor World has a publication date: 15 July 2026. :D
#womeninhistory #tudors
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#womeninhistory #tudors
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Heroines of the Tudor World
Buy Heroines of the Tudor World by Bennett Connolly, Sharon (ISBN: 9781398133518) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Ooh, just noticed that the paperback of Heroines of the Tudor World has a publication date: 15 July 2026. :D
#womeninhistory #tudors
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#womeninhistory #tudors
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This poem is dedicated to anyone making a start on their advent calendar today.
December 1, 2025 at 8:05 AM
This poem is dedicated to anyone making a start on their advent calendar today.
It's December!
And to get us in the Christmas spirit, I have a wonderful guest post from Grace Tierney, looking into the history of two of our greatest Christmas traditions.
And to get us in the Christmas spirit, I have a wonderful guest post from Grace Tierney, looking into the history of two of our greatest Christmas traditions.
Guest Post: The Festive History of Gingerbread and “The Twelve Days of Christmas” by Grace Tierney
It's December! And to get us in the Christmas spirit, I have a wonderful guest post from Grace Tierney, looking into the history of two of our greatest Christmas traditions.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:26 AM
It's December!
And to get us in the Christmas spirit, I have a wonderful guest post from Grace Tierney, looking into the history of two of our greatest Christmas traditions.
And to get us in the Christmas spirit, I have a wonderful guest post from Grace Tierney, looking into the history of two of our greatest Christmas traditions.
Reposted by Sharon Bennett Connolly
New: Black Agnes
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
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In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
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Black Agnes
Agnes of Dunbar (from a children’s book) You may have noticed that I love the stories of women from medieval times who do the remarkable, who will defy a tyrant or hold a castle while under s…
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November 29, 2025 at 10:38 AM
New: Black Agnes
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
New: Black Agnes
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
Black Agnes
Agnes of Dunbar (from a children’s book) You may have noticed that I love the stories of women from medieval times who do the remarkable, who will defy a tyrant or hold a castle while under s…
historytheinterestingbits.com
November 29, 2025 at 10:38 AM
New: Black Agnes
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
In holding Dunbar Castle through a siege, Agnes thwarted the English at every turn, even when they threatened to execute her brother...
#ScottishHistory #womeninhistory @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/29/b...
On this day in History: 1416
Death of Constance of York, daughter of Edmund of Langley. Married young, Constance led a controversial life, involving herself in political plots and - as a young widow -having an affair with Edmund Holland
#medievalsky
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Death of Constance of York, daughter of Edmund of Langley. Married young, Constance led a controversial life, involving herself in political plots and - as a young widow -having an affair with Edmund Holland
#medievalsky
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Constance of York, the Rebel Countess
Conisbrough Castle, possible birthplace of Constance of York Constance of York was born around 1374, possibly at Conisbrough Castle in Yorkshire (although that is far from certain). She was the sec…
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November 28, 2025 at 12:19 PM
On this day in History: 1416
Death of Constance of York, daughter of Edmund of Langley. Married young, Constance led a controversial life, involving herself in political plots and - as a young widow -having an affair with Edmund Holland
#medievalsky
historytheinterestingbits.com/2015/11/07/c...
Death of Constance of York, daughter of Edmund of Langley. Married young, Constance led a controversial life, involving herself in political plots and - as a young widow -having an affair with Edmund Holland
#medievalsky
historytheinterestingbits.com/2015/11/07/c...
On this day in History: 1120
England lost its heir and Henry I lost his only legitimate son, William Ætheling, when the White Ship sank at Barfleur. In all, 300 people lost their lives, including 2 of Henry I's illegitimate children.
#medievalsky
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England lost its heir and Henry I lost his only legitimate son, William Ætheling, when the White Ship sank at Barfleur. In all, 300 people lost their lives, including 2 of Henry I's illegitimate children.
#medievalsky
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The Ætheling and the Tragedy of the White Ship
William the Atheling In the late summer of 1103 England’s queen, Matilda of Scotland, gave birth to a son. Named after his grandfather, William the Conqueror, the young prince would be known …
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November 25, 2025 at 12:13 PM
On this day in History: 1120
England lost its heir and Henry I lost his only legitimate son, William Ætheling, when the White Ship sank at Barfleur. In all, 300 people lost their lives, including 2 of Henry I's illegitimate children.
#medievalsky
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England lost its heir and Henry I lost his only legitimate son, William Ætheling, when the White Ship sank at Barfleur. In all, 300 people lost their lives, including 2 of Henry I's illegitimate children.
#medievalsky
historytheinterestingbits.com/2016/04/23/w...
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
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#WordlyWomen #WomeninHistory
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
@mjporterauthor.bsky.social @penandswordbooks.bsky.social @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social
#WordlyWomen #WomeninHistory
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
@mjporterauthor.bsky.social @penandswordbooks.bsky.social @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social
#WordlyWomen #WomeninHistory
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
@mjporterauthor.bsky.social @penandswordbooks.bsky.social @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social
#WordlyWomen #WomeninHistory
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
historytheinterestingbits.com
November 22, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Wordly Women: MJ Porter
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
It's Wordly Women time again! And today I am joined by an author who I could chat with all day, and never run out of things to talk about, M.J. Porter.
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Book Corner: The Knight’s Pledge by Scott Mariani "The story is gripping and full of suspense." historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/21/b... @scottmariani.bsky.social @thehistorybits.bsky.social #HistoricalFiction #BookReview
Book Corner: The Knight’s Pledge by Scott Mariani
Book Corner: Set during the Third Crusade The Knight’s Pledge by Scott Mariani is a fabulous adventure!
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November 21, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Book Corner: The Knight’s Pledge by Scott Mariani "The story is gripping and full of suspense." historytheinterestingbits.com/2025/11/21/b... @scottmariani.bsky.social @thehistorybits.bsky.social #HistoricalFiction #BookReview
Book Corner: Set during the Third Crusade, The Knight's Pledge by Scott Mariani is a fabulous adventure!
Book Corner: The KNight’s Pledge by Scott Mariani
Book Corner: Set during the Third Crusade The Knight's Pledge by Scott Mariani is a fabulous adventure!
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November 21, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Book Corner: Set during the Third Crusade, The Knight's Pledge by Scott Mariani is a fabulous adventure!
Had such a fabulous time chatting with Carol Ann Lloyd about Scotland's Medieval Queens; who they were and the impact they had on history. We discuss Shakespeare's portrayal of Lady Macbeth, St Margaret and so much more!
#scottishqueens
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#scottishqueens
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Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 233)
YouTube video by Carol Ann Lloyd
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November 20, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Had such a fabulous time chatting with Carol Ann Lloyd about Scotland's Medieval Queens; who they were and the impact they had on history. We discuss Shakespeare's portrayal of Lady Macbeth, St Margaret and so much more!
#scottishqueens
@penandswordbooks.bsky.social
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#scottishqueens
@penandswordbooks.bsky.social
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Today in 1230: Death of Nicholaa de la Haye, Hereditary Castellan of Lincoln Castle.
Nicholaa had steadfastly defended Lincoln Castle against all comers and in 1216 was appointed Sheriff of Lincolnshire by King John.
She did it all 'acting manfully'.
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Nicholaa had steadfastly defended Lincoln Castle against all comers and in 1216 was appointed Sheriff of Lincolnshire by King John.
She did it all 'acting manfully'.
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1191: Nicholaa de la Haye’s First Siege
Partial seal of Nicholaa de la Haye Nicholaa de la Haye first came to the attention of the chroniclers in the year 1191. She and her husband, Gerard de Camville, were in command of Lincoln Castle. …
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November 20, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Today in 1230: Death of Nicholaa de la Haye, Hereditary Castellan of Lincoln Castle.
Nicholaa had steadfastly defended Lincoln Castle against all comers and in 1216 was appointed Sheriff of Lincolnshire by King John.
She did it all 'acting manfully'.
historytheinterestingbits.com/2023/06/03/1...
Nicholaa had steadfastly defended Lincoln Castle against all comers and in 1216 was appointed Sheriff of Lincolnshire by King John.
She did it all 'acting manfully'.
historytheinterestingbits.com/2023/06/03/1...
Had such a fabulous time chatting with Carol Ann Lloyd about Scotland's Medieval Queens; who they were and the impact they had on history.
And if you are in the US, Scotland's Medieval Queens is on a special discount at the minute, at under $5
#medievalsky
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And if you are in the US, Scotland's Medieval Queens is on a special discount at the minute, at under $5
#medievalsky
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Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 233)
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November 19, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Had such a fabulous time chatting with Carol Ann Lloyd about Scotland's Medieval Queens; who they were and the impact they had on history.
And if you are in the US, Scotland's Medieval Queens is on a special discount at the minute, at under $5
#medievalsky
open.spotify.com/episode/4Rb2...
And if you are in the US, Scotland's Medieval Queens is on a special discount at the minute, at under $5
#medievalsky
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The latest episode of A Slice of Medieval is out!
And to celebrate 80! episodes
@matthewharffy.bsky.social joins @derekbirks.bsky.social and myself to chat about his latest book, Dominion of Dust, and the challenges of travel to the Holy Land before the Crusades
#podcast #medievalsky
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And to celebrate 80! episodes
@matthewharffy.bsky.social joins @derekbirks.bsky.social and myself to chat about his latest book, Dominion of Dust, and the challenges of travel to the Holy Land before the Crusades
#podcast #medievalsky
bit.ly/4odSK1O
Eighth Century Europe | A Slice of Medieval #80
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author and podcaster, Matthew Harffy, to discuss the story behind his latest historical novel, Dominion of Dust whic
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November 19, 2025 at 10:27 AM
The latest episode of A Slice of Medieval is out!
And to celebrate 80! episodes
@matthewharffy.bsky.social joins @derekbirks.bsky.social and myself to chat about his latest book, Dominion of Dust, and the challenges of travel to the Holy Land before the Crusades
#podcast #medievalsky
bit.ly/4odSK1O
And to celebrate 80! episodes
@matthewharffy.bsky.social joins @derekbirks.bsky.social and myself to chat about his latest book, Dominion of Dust, and the challenges of travel to the Holy Land before the Crusades
#podcast #medievalsky
bit.ly/4odSK1O
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Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly: Scotland's Medieval Queens were at the heart of power struggles, threatened with murder and imprisonment.
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@thehistorybits.bsky.social @shakeuphistory.bsky.social #History #podcast
Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 233)
YouTube video by Carol Ann Lloyd
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November 19, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly: Scotland's Medieval Queens were at the heart of power struggles, threatened with murder and imprisonment.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJiJ...
@thehistorybits.bsky.social @shakeuphistory.bsky.social #History #podcast
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@thehistorybits.bsky.social @shakeuphistory.bsky.social #History #podcast
The story of Edward the Exile
The son of Edmund II Ironside, Edward was sent to eastern Europe as a toddler. He returned to England with a wife and family as aetheling. Tragically, fate intervened and he died just a week after arriving back in England.
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The son of Edmund II Ironside, Edward was sent to eastern Europe as a toddler. He returned to England with a wife and family as aetheling. Tragically, fate intervened and he died just a week after arriving back in England.
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Edward the Exile and the Last Saxon Royal Family
Edward the Exile The story of Edward the Exile is a sad tale of an opportunity lost. Edward the Exile was one of the two sons of Edmund II Ironside, King of England in 1016; Edmund was the son of Ӕ…
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November 18, 2025 at 12:06 PM
The story of Edward the Exile
The son of Edmund II Ironside, Edward was sent to eastern Europe as a toddler. He returned to England with a wife and family as aetheling. Tragically, fate intervened and he died just a week after arriving back in England.
historytheinterestingbits.com/2018/11/10/e...
The son of Edmund II Ironside, Edward was sent to eastern Europe as a toddler. He returned to England with a wife and family as aetheling. Tragically, fate intervened and he died just a week after arriving back in England.
historytheinterestingbits.com/2018/11/10/e...
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The latest episode of A Slice of Medieval is out now!
@derekbirks.bsky.social and I have a fascinating chat with @historylauren.bsky.social about the subject of her latest book, the much-maligned and misunderstood - and remarkable, Margaret Beaufort!
#medievalsky
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@derekbirks.bsky.social and I have a fascinating chat with @historylauren.bsky.social about the subject of her latest book, the much-maligned and misunderstood - and remarkable, Margaret Beaufort!
#medievalsky
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MargaretBeaufort | A Slice of Medieval #79
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian, Lauren Johnson, to discuss the much-maligned Margaret Beaufort.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epid
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November 5, 2025 at 11:59 AM
The latest episode of A Slice of Medieval is out now!
@derekbirks.bsky.social and I have a fascinating chat with @historylauren.bsky.social about the subject of her latest book, the much-maligned and misunderstood - and remarkable, Margaret Beaufort!
#medievalsky
soundcloud.com/user-1425259...
@derekbirks.bsky.social and I have a fascinating chat with @historylauren.bsky.social about the subject of her latest book, the much-maligned and misunderstood - and remarkable, Margaret Beaufort!
#medievalsky
soundcloud.com/user-1425259...
#OTD in History: 1440
Death of Joan Beaufort, Countess of Westmorland. The daughter of John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford, Joan's children fought on both sides of the Wars of the Roses.
#womeninhistory #historyheroines #Yorkshire
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Death of Joan Beaufort, Countess of Westmorland. The daughter of John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford, Joan's children fought on both sides of the Wars of the Roses.
#womeninhistory #historyheroines #Yorkshire
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Joan Beaufort: a Medieval Matriarch
Joan Beaufort, Countess of Westmorland, from the Neville Book of Hours Joan Beaufort was the youngest child and only daughter of John of Gaunt and his mistress, Katherine Swynford. Her father, Gaun…
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November 13, 2025 at 9:47 AM
#OTD in History: 1440
Death of Joan Beaufort, Countess of Westmorland. The daughter of John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford, Joan's children fought on both sides of the Wars of the Roses.
#womeninhistory #historyheroines #Yorkshire
historytheinterestingbits.com/2019/09/21/j... via @Thehistorybits
Death of Joan Beaufort, Countess of Westmorland. The daughter of John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford, Joan's children fought on both sides of the Wars of the Roses.
#womeninhistory #historyheroines #Yorkshire
historytheinterestingbits.com/2019/09/21/j... via @Thehistorybits
Fabulous 5* review of Scotland's Medieval Queens:
"...It not only restores visibility to neglected historical figures but also elevates the study of monarchy beyond battles and bloodlines. For readers of medieval history and gendered power, Connolly offers both clarity and reverence"
#womeninhistory
"...It not only restores visibility to neglected historical figures but also elevates the study of monarchy beyond battles and bloodlines. For readers of medieval history and gendered power, Connolly offers both clarity and reverence"
#womeninhistory
November 12, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Fabulous 5* review of Scotland's Medieval Queens:
"...It not only restores visibility to neglected historical figures but also elevates the study of monarchy beyond battles and bloodlines. For readers of medieval history and gendered power, Connolly offers both clarity and reverence"
#womeninhistory
"...It not only restores visibility to neglected historical figures but also elevates the study of monarchy beyond battles and bloodlines. For readers of medieval history and gendered power, Connolly offers both clarity and reverence"
#womeninhistory
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Step aboard the Golden Hinde with Sir Francis Drake in Drake – Tudor Corsair — a gripping tale of adventure, ambition, danger and discovery on the high seas:
🇺🇸 www.amazon.com/dp/B08FCTYQF4
🇬🇧 www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FCTYQF4
#Elizabethan #Tudors #HistoricalFiction
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🇬🇧 www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FCTYQF4
#Elizabethan #Tudors #HistoricalFiction
November 8, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Step aboard the Golden Hinde with Sir Francis Drake in Drake – Tudor Corsair — a gripping tale of adventure, ambition, danger and discovery on the high seas:
🇺🇸 www.amazon.com/dp/B08FCTYQF4
🇬🇧 www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FCTYQF4
#Elizabethan #Tudors #HistoricalFiction
🇺🇸 www.amazon.com/dp/B08FCTYQF4
🇬🇧 www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FCTYQF4
#Elizabethan #Tudors #HistoricalFiction