Queens

Barbara Of Poland Facts

Cunning Facts About Barbara Of Poland, The Upstart Queen

Today, people see Queen Barbara of Poland’s marriage to King Sigismund as a “love conquers all” fairy tale—but their unearthed letters tell a darker story.
September 9, 2024 Dancy Mason

Weird Facts About Monarchies

Kings and queens have fascinated people since the earliest monarchies, and with good reason. The kind of power that monarchies can hold often leads to fascinating—and scandalous—events. Here are some of the weirdest facts about the world's greatest monarchies, both old and new.
September 9, 2024 Jennifer Crump
Nazli Sabri Facts

Tragic Facts About Nazli Sabri, The First Queen Of Egypt

When Nazli Sabri married Fuad I and became Queen of Egypt, people called it a fairy tale. Behind closed doors, it was really a horror story.
July 30, 2024 Mehroo S.
Queen Tamar of Georgia Illustration

Powerful Facts About Queen Tamar, Georgia's Female King

Queen Tamar of Georgia's exquisite beauty made jaws drop—but no one realized that Tamar's elegant face hid a twisted mind.
July 26, 2024 Clarice Withers
Queen Marie of France Painting

Lavish Facts About Queen Marie, France’s Forgotten Queen

Queen Marie of France may have looked prim and proper, but the truth is, her “nice” reputation hid a chilling dark streak.
July 25, 2024 Dancy Mason
Lakshmi Bai, The Rani of Jhansi

Fierce Facts About Lakshmi Bai, The Indian Warrior Queen

Lakshmi Bai was one of the fiercest warrior queens India had ever seen. But when her end came, it was unspeakably brutal.
July 25, 2024 Allison Robertson


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