Blanche of Castile
1188 – 1252 · aged 64
Queen consort of France (1188–1252)
- Born
- 1188 · Palencia
- Died
- 1252 · Melun
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- 1188BornBorn in Palencia
- 1252DiedDied in Melun
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- 1243 – 1502Golden Horde
Biography
Blanche of Castile (Spanish: Blanca de Castilla; French: Blanche de Castille; 4 March 1188 – 27 November 1252) was Queen of France by marriage to Louis VIII. After her husband's death, she was appointed as sole regent according to Louis VIII's will. She acted as regent twice during the reign of her son, Louis IX: during his minority from 1226 until 1234, and during his absence from 1248 until 1252. She was a great patron of cultural of religious works, played a significant role in governance during the regencies and in Louis IX's personal reign. She dealt with rebellions and raised armies, served as a diplomat signing the Treaty of Paris with Raymond VII count of Toulouse and made marriage alliances.
Blanche is considered one of the most successful and influential French queens. As written by historian Robert Fawtier, "To all intents and purposes she may be counted among the Kings of France."
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