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King Richard II and his mother
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King Richard II and his mother
RICHARD II, KING OF ENGLAND (1367 - 1400) as a boy, with his mother Joan, daughter of Edmund of Woodstock, wife of the Black Prince of Wales, known as the fair maid of Kent
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This evocative image captures a tender moment between young King Richard II of England (1367-1400) and his mother, Joan, the Fair Maid of Kent. Daughter of Edmund of Woodstock, the 1st Earl of Kent, and the wife of the Prince of Wales, Joan played a significant role in the early years of her son's reign. Richard II, known for his beauty and intellect, was only ten years old when he ascended to the throne following the death of his grandfather, Edward III, in 1377. During his minority, Joan acted as regent and governed on her son's behalf. This photograph, likely taken from a 15th-century manuscript, depicts Richard II as a boy, clad in rich robes and a crown, seated on a throne, while his mother, Joan, stands beside him, her hand gently resting on his shoulder. Edmund of Woodstock, the Earl of Kent, was a prominent figure in his own right, having served as a military commander and a diplomat. His marriage to Joan brought the House of Kent and the House of Lancaster closer, which would later prove crucial in the political landscape of England. This image offers a glimpse into the close relationship between a mother and her son during a pivotal moment in English history. The young king, under the guidance of his mother and other influential figures, would go on to rule England for over twenty years, leaving a lasting impact on the monarchy and the country as a whole.
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