Tag: Medieval History
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Anna Komnene
Anna Komnene (c. 1083-1153) was a Byzantine princess and historian who chronicled the reign of her father, Emperor Alexios I, in her significant work, the “Alexiad.” Despite being born to rule, she faced societal limitations as a woman, eventually finding her power through writing rather than the throne, asserting her place in history.
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Jeanne de Clisson
Jeanne de Clisson wasn’t just a widow—she became a naval force of vengeance. After her husband’s execution, she built a fleet, painted her ships black, and spent thirteen years targeting the French crown. The Lioness of Brittany’s story is one of fury, strategy, and survival in a system that left her no other path.