Long may she reign
Ayden Fitzgerald
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I created my podcast to give a voice to all the influential women in history books that never get a side of the story. Here you can learn about the lives of some of history’s greatest women. Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/ayden-fitzgerald/subscribe
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Sofia Paleolog
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09/14/21 • 39 min
Sofia Paleolog didn’t have the easiest life. Despite growing up as a princess in the byzantine empire she ended up a war orphane and she watched her country be conquered by its enemy. Luckily as an adult she gained the opportunity to marry the Grand prince of the Rus which ended up producing Russia’s most terrible ruler and helped make Russia a world power worthy of the Roman Empire. Works Cited “." Women in World History: A Biographical Encyclopedia. . Encyclopedia.com. 15 Apr. 2021 .” Encyclopedia.com, Encyclopedia.com, 30 May 2021, www.encyclopedia.com/women/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/sophia-byzantium-1448-1503. “Constantine XI Palaiologos.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 30 May 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constantine_XI_Palaiologos. “Ivan III of Russia.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 18 Apr. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_III_of_Russia. “Ivan III of Russia.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 18 Apr. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_III_of_Russia. “Palaiologos.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 7 May 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiologos. “Sophia Palaiologina.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 23 May 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophia_Palaiologina. “Thomas Palaiologos.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 16 May 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Palaiologos. https://en.sodiummedia.com/4211983-grand-duchess-of-moscow-sofia-paleolog-and-her-role-in-history https://eng.myvadesigns.com/3377004-sophia-paleolog-second-wife-of-ivan-iii-biography-personal-life-historical-role
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Anne of Cleves
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09/28/21 • 33 min
Continuing our series on the six queens of Henry the eight we finally come to number four Anne of Cleves. Anne may have escaped Henry with her head but that doesn’t necessarily mean she lucked out. Thanks to her time as Queen, she is often remembered as Henry’s ugly wife that he divorced, but behind that stereotype is an incredible women. join me to talk about her life. Works Cited “Anne of Cleves.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 11 June 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_of_Cleves. “Anne of Cleves: Character and Appearance.” Tudor Times, tudortimes.co.uk/people/anne-of-cleves-character-and-appearance. “Anne of Cleves: Henry VIII's Most Successful Queen?” HistoryExtra, 6 Jan. 2021, www.historyextra.com/period/tudor/anne-of-cleves-henry-viii-successful-queen-fourth-wife-tracy-borman/. “House of Tudor - Anne of Cleves.” House of Tudor | Anne of Cleves, www.britroyals.com/tudor.asp?id=anne_cleves. “Poets.” English History, englishhistory.net/tudor/monarchs/anne-of-cleves/.
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Nefertiti
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01/25/22 • 32 min
Nefertiti was one of Egypt’s most powerful consorts. Despite coming from relative obscurity she ended up being the wife of one of Egypt most controversial pharaoh’s and helped start a religious revolution. Come join me and my friend Isabella to talk about this amazing Queen. Works Cited -, Alen S, et al. “Marriage in Ancient Egypt.” Short History Website, 22 Feb. 2019, www.shorthistory.org/ancient-civilizations/ancient-egypt/marriage-in-ancient-egypt/. “Akhenaten.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 9 Dec. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akhenaten. “Ancient Egypt.” Ducksters, www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_egypt/womens_roles.php. “Ancient Egyptian Wedding Customs.” History for Kids, 3 Jan. 2020, www.historyforkids.net/ancient-egyptian-wedding-customs.html. Campbell, Mike. “Meaning, Origin and History of the Name Nefertiti.” Behind the Name, www.behindthename.com/name/nefertiti. History.com Editors. “Nefertiti.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 15 June 2010, www.history.com/topics/ancient-history/nefertiti. Laura Tarona Harvard University. “Nefertiti: Egyptian Wife, Mother, Queen and Icon.” ARCE, www.arce.org/resource/nefertiti-egyptian-wife-mother-queen-and-icon. “Nefertiti.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 1 Jan. 2022, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nefertiti. “Nefertiti.” Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 14 Apr. 2021, www.biography.com/royalty/nefertiti. “Nefertiti.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Nefertiti. “Religion of the Aton.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Akhenaten/Religion-of-the-Aton. “Tutankhamun.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 17 Dec. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tutankhamun. Workshop, Yellow Owl, et al. “11 Facts About the Ancient Egyptian Queen Nefertiti.” My Modern Met, 20 July 2021, mymodernmet.com/ancient-egypt-queen-nefertiti/.
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My Family History ( Bonus Birthday Episode)
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10/13/20 • 34 min
It’s my birthday today! and as a special treat I thought I would give you guys a run down on how I came to be. In this episode, we are gonna go through three branches of my family tree, from immigration to Canada to the modern day. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf
Matilda of Flanders
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02/02/21 • 44 min
Matilda of Flanders was the wife of William the conqueror and the first Queen of England to crowned separately from her husband. She often gets overshadowed by her husband and her children, but she was the literal blueprint that set the standard for Queenship in the decades after her death. Not to mention she lives in infamy as England’s shortest Queen. Come and learn about this fascinating women. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf. Matilda of Flanders., www.englishmonarchs.co.uk/normans_8.html. ([email protected]), John Simkin. Spartacus Educational, Spartacus Educational, spartacus-educational.com/NORmatilda.htm. “Adela of France.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 8 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adela_of_France. “Baldwin V, Count of Flanders for Kids.” Wikt:Refuge, kids.kiddle.co/Baldwin_V,_Count_of_Flanders. “Edward.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Edward-king-of-England-1002-1066. “Harold II.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Harold-II. “Herleva.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 6 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herleva. JuliaH, and JuliaH. “Brihtric Mau.” The History Jar, 7 June 2016, thehistoryjar.com/tag/brihtric-mau/. “Matilda of Flanders.” Matilda of Flanders - New World Encyclopedia, www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Matilda_of_Flanders. “Matilda of Flanders.” Historic UK, www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Matilda-of-Flanders/. “Matilda of Flanders.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 14 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matilda_of_Flanders. “Matilda: William the Conqueror's Queen.” HistoryExtra, 26 Nov. 2020, www.historyextra.com/period/norman/matilda-william-the-conquerors-queen/. “William the Conqueror.” Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 5 June 2020, www.biography.com/royalty/william-the-conqueror.
Marie Leszczyńska, Queen of France
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01/19/21 • 42 min
Marie Leszczyńska was the longest serving Queen of France and the Queen who came before Marie Antoinnette. Despite an amazing story no one remembers her. She went from nobleman’s daughter to princess, then exiled princess and despite being at the bottom of list of 99 other girls, she became one of France’s most well respected queens. Join me as I talk about her story of perseverance and resilience. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf Ferrier, Lorraine. “The Little-Known Queen With the Greatest Devotion.” Www.theepochtimes.com, The Epoch Times, 24 July 2019, www.theepochtimes.com/marie-leszczynska-and-the-palace-of-versailles_2997047.html/amp. “Fireplace Mantels See allchevron_right.” Marie Leczinska, www.marcmaison.com/architectural-antiques-resources/marie_leczinska. “Louis XV.” Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 24 Aug. 2019, www.biography.com/royalty/louis-xv. MAMcIntosh. “Mesdames: The Daughters of Louis XV and Queen Marie Leszczynska.” Brewminate, 20 Jan. 2017, brewminate.com/mesdames-the-daughters-of-louis-xv-and-queen-marie-leszczynska/. “Marie Leszczyńska.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 5 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Leszczyńska. “Marie Leszczyńska.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Marie-Leszczynska. Nattier, 1748-1760 — d'après, et al. “The Taste of Marie Leszczynska.” Palace of Versailles, 14 Mar. 2020, en.chateauversailles.fr/news/exhibitions/taste-marie-leszczynska#a-touch-of-the-exotic. “Versailles and More.” Back to Main Page, blog.catherinedelors.com/marie-leszczynska-frances-polish-queen/.
Sara Forbes Bonetta ( Black History Month Special)
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02/16/21 • 45 min
Sara Forbes Bonetta was an unlikely story in the Victorian era. As child her family was murdered, and she was taken captive by an African king, until captain Forbes saw her and rescued her. Eventually she was brought before Queen Victoria who recognized her intelligence, and agreed to sponsor her education, because of this Sara became one of the most educated and famous black women in the Victorian era, and she truly challenges our expectation of Victorian high society. Come and learn about this fascinating women on black history month. Support this Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/LongMaySheReign Cartwright, Mark. “Oyo Empire.” Ancient History Encyclopedia, Ancient History Encyclopedia, 10 Jan. 2021, www.ancient.eu/Oyo_Empire/. Dash, Mike. “Dahomey's Women Warriors.” Smithsonian.com, Smithsonian Institution, 23 Sept. 2011, www.smithsonianmag.com/history/dahomeys-women-warriors-88286072/. Davis-Marks, Isis. “The Little-Known Story of Queen Victoria's Black Goddaughter.” Smithsonian.com, Smithsonian Institution, 8 Oct. 2020, www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/english-heritage-presents-portrait-queen-victorias-black-goddaughter-180976008/. “Did Queen Victoria Really Adopt an Orphaned African Princess?” Mental Floss, 13 Apr. 2018, www.mentalfloss.com/article/539518/did-queen-victoria-really-adopt-orphaned-african-princess. Forbes, Bart. “Sarah Forbes Bonetta.” ClanForbesSociety, ClanForbesSociety, 7 Dec. 2020, www.clan-forbes.org/post/sarah-forbes-bonetta. “Ghezo.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 28 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghezo. “James Pinson Labulo Davies.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 1 Jan. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Pinson_Labulo_Davies. Rollerson, 02/05/2016 by Deborah, et al. “The African Princess: Sarah Forbes Bonetta.” Black History Month 2020, 1 Mar. 2019, www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/section/real-stories/the-african-princess-sarah-forbes-bonetta/. “Sara Forbes Bonetta.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 4 Jan. 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sara_Forbes_Bonetta. “Sarah Forbes Bonetta.” English Heritage, www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/osborne/history-and-stories/sarah-forbes-bonetta/. “Sarah Forbes Bonetta: the Captive African Princess Gifted to Queen Victoria.” Helen Rappaport, 1 May 2019, helenrappaport.com/queen-victoria/sarah-forbes-bonetta/. “Yoruba Culture.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 26 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoruba_culture.
Roxana of Bactria
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11/24/20 • 38 min
Roxana of Bactria was the wife of Alexander the Great, but that’s all she’s remembered for, she is just a footnote in Alexander’s story. Not to mention her reputation gets worse after Alexander died, but I’m going to tell the story from her point of view, because she is not what history tells us. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf Works Cited 7, Kidar Udar on August, et al. “Alexander The Great's India Campaign - Some Lore and Some Facts.” Indian Defence Review, 31 July 2020, www.indiandefencereview.com/alexander-the-greats-india-campaign-some-lore-and-some-facts/. “Alexander IV.” Livius, www.livius.org/articles/person/alexander-iv/. “The Alexander Romance in Persia and the East.” Google Books, Google, books.google.ca/books?hl=en&lr=&id=gDPgh3IQumAC&oi=fnd&pg=PA295&dq=scholarly+articles+roxana+of+bactria&ots=LyaA3DFIa9&sig=b1Apk5_siqfUWAdg653vLPR8URY. Barksdale, Nate. “8 Surprising Facts about Alexander the Great.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 13 May 2014, www.history.com/news/eight-surprising-facts-about-alexander-the-great. Crabben, Jan van der. “Bactria.” Ancient History Encyclopedia, Ancient History Encyclopedia, 31 Oct. 2020, www.ancient.eu/Bactria/. Darrin, Dr., and Dr. Darrin. “Education in Ancient Persia.” Educational Research Techniques, 2 May 2018, educationalresearchtechniques.com/2018/06/13/education-in-ancient-persia/. Garvey, Patrick. “Were Alexander the Great and Hephaestion Lovers?” Ancient Heroes, Ancient Heroes, 1 Mar. 2016, ancientheroes.net/blog/alexander-hephaestion-lovers. History.com Editors. “Persian Empire.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 25 Jan. 2018, www.history.com/topics/ancient-middle-east/persian-empire. MadMonarchist. “Consort Profile: Queen Roxane.” The Mad Monarchist, 1 Jan. 1970, madmonarchist.blogspot.com/2010/09/consort-profile-queen-roxane.html. Newshand, Miss. “All about Roxana of Bactria – The Wife of Alexander the Great.” National Views, 30 Sept. 2020, nationalviews.com/roxana-of-bactria-alexander-wife-history-facts-background. “Oxyartes.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 19 Sept. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxyartes. “The Persian Empire: Culture and Society.” TimeMaps, 28 Nov. 2018, www.timemaps.com/encyclopedia/persian-empire-culture-society/. “Roxana.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 25 Oct. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxana. “Roxana.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/Roxana. Szczepanski, Kallie. “Have You Ever Wondered Where Bactria Is?” ThoughtCo, www.thoughtco.com/where-is-bactria-195314. Wasson, Donald L. “Roxanne.” Ancient History Encyclopedia, Ancient History Encyclopedia, 30 Oct. 2020, www.ancient.eu/Roxanne/. “Zoroastrianism.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 31 Oct. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoroastrianism#:~:text=Zoroastrianism or Mazdayasna is one,monotheism/monism, and polytheism.
Pocahontas (Matoaka)
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11/10/20 • 54 min
Pocahontas is one of the most famous Native American women in history, she’s used in history books as the definition of a “civilized savage” but this is complete whitewashing, she was just a little girl who was stolen from her people. Join me Julia and Lindsey in discussing her life. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf Works Cited “Chief Powhatan.” Historic Jamestowne, historicjamestowne.org/history/chief-powhatan/. “Food and Languages.” Powhatan, nativeamericans33.weebly.com/food-and-languages.html. From Issue: Spring 2014 Vol. 15 No. 1, et al. “Pocahontas' First Marriage: The Powhatan Side of the Story.” NMAI Magazine, www.americanindianmagazine.org/story/pocahontas-first-marriage-powhatan-side-story. History.com Editors. “Pocahontas.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 29 Oct. 2009, www.history.com/topics/native-american-history/pocahontas. “Jamestown, Virginia.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 9 Sept. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamestown,_Virginia. Kupperman, Karen Ordahl. “The Real Story of Pocahontas: Her Life, Death and Meaning.” Time, Time, 12 Mar. 2019, time.com/5548379/pocahontas-real-meaning/. “Life Portrait of Pocahontas.” Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 21 Sept. 2020, www.virginiahistory.org/collections-and-resources/virginia-history-explorer/life-portrait-pocahontas. Mansky, Jackie. “The True Story of Pocahontas.” Smithsonian.com, Smithsonian Institution, 23 Mar. 2017, www.smithsonianmag.com/history/true-story-pocahontas-180962649/. Michals, Edited by Debra. “Pocahontas.” National Women's History Museum, www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/pocahontas. “Pocahontas.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 24 Sept. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pocahontas. https://www.historyisfun.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Young-Pocahontas-bio-11-07.pdf Hashtag histories episode on the true story of pocahontas.
Charlotte of Wales
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01/05/21 • 54 min
Charlotte of Wales was the IT girl of regency era Britain. As the only legitimate granddaughter of George III, she was destined to be Queen one day. yet hardly anyone knows about her. Join me to learn about her life story. Support this podcast: https://t.co/rHVVdHBtuf Works Cited Princess Charlotte of Wales, www.englishmonarchs.co.uk/hanover_9.htm. Cope, Rebecca. “The Fascinating Story of Princess Charlotte of Wales and Her Three German Suitors.” Tatler, Tatler, 28 May 2020, www.tatler.com/article/princess-charlotte-of-wales-and-her-three-german-suitors. “George IV.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/biography/George-IV. Geri Walton. “Princess Charlotte of Wales: A Most Unusual Princess.” Geri Walton, 31 Oct. 2019, www.geriwalton.com/princess-charlotte-of-wales-a-most-unusual-princess/. “Prince Leopold: Cavalryman and Lover.” National Trust, National Trust, 18 July 2017, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden/features/prince-leopold-cavalryman-and-lover. “Princess Charlotte of Wales.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 18 Dec. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Princess_Charlotte_of_Wales. “Princess Charlotte of Wales.” Royal Collection Trust, www.rct.uk/collection/georgian-papers-programme/princess-charlotte-of-wales. “RCIN 71997 - Princess Charlottes Wedding Dress.” Royal Collection Trust, www.rct.uk/collection/themes/trails/royal-weddings/princess-charlottes-wedding-dress. Rsb. “The Worst Couple in Royal History: George IV & Caroline of Brunswick.” Rebecca Starr Brown, 8 Apr. 2017, rebeccastarrbrown.com/2017/04/08/the-worst-couple-in-royal-history-george-iv-caroline-of-brunswick/. “Who Was Princess Charlotte?” National Trust, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden/features/princess-charlotte-at-claremont-landscape-garden.
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The first episode of Long may she reign was released on Apr 14, 2020.
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