Eleanor of Aquitaine part 8: Aftermath of the Rebellion and Death of the Henrys

The transcript details Eleanor of Aquitaine's strategic influence during her imprisonment in England, her son Young Henry's rebellion and its consequences, and the family dynamics involving her temporary release. It highlights the conflicts among her sons, Richard and John, and Eleanor's role in resolving them. Finally, it covers Eleanor's release after Henry II's death, marking a significant change in her status.

What was Eleanor of Aquitaine's primary goal behind her strategic planning?

• To overthrow King Henry

• To make Aquitaine independent

• To support Young Henry's rebellion

• To become the Queen of England

How did Young Henry prefer to spend his time instead of engaging in real warfare?

• Studying political strategies

• Building alliances with barons

• Traveling across Europe

• Participating in tournaments

What illness did Young Henry contract after fleeing into Aquitaine?

• Malaria

• Dysentery

• Plague

• Smallpox

What was Eleanor allowed to do during Christmas of 1184?

• Visit her ancestral lands

• Spend time with her children

• Attend a royal banquet

• Negotiate with King Felipe

Who began small raids on Richard's lands in Aquitaine?

• William Marshall

• John

• Young Henry

• Geoffrey

What was one of Richard's first actions as King?

• To declare war on France

• To build new castles

• To free his mother from prison

• To expand his territories

Who was sent to free Eleanor from prison?

• Geoffrey

• John

• William Marshall

• King Henry II