Eleanor of Aquitaine part 6: Who Will Inherit Angevin?

The transcript discusses the territories ruled by Eleanor and Henry, highlighting Henry's efforts to maintain control and the introduction of the common law system. It explores the strained relationship between Henry and Thomas Beckett, as well as the political alliances through marriage. Eleanor's role in managing Aquitaine, her influence on her sons, and her cultural contributions are emphasized. The narrative also touches on Eleanor's personal challenges, including her husband's public acknowledgment of a mistress, and her subsequent assertion of authority in Aquitaine.

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