History quiz plantagenet books

House of plantagenet family tree from king henry iii 1216 1272 to edward v 1483 including the houses of lancaster and york. The name plantagenet is used by modern historians to identify four distinct royal houses. A history of the plantagenets i began these books of english history with the hope of carrying the series forward, under the general title of the pageant of england, to a much later period than the last of the plantagenet kings. Jun 02, 2012 the plantagenets is proof that contemporary history can engage with the medieval world with style, wit and chutzpah. History quiz plantagenet dynasty random history or numbers quiz can you name the legitimate male members of the house of plantagenet. The first plantagenet king inherited a bloodsoaked kingdom from the normans and transformed it into an empire stretched at its peak from scotland to jerusalem. Dan jones book traces the history of that royal dynasty, beginning with the rise of henry ii in 1154. Dan joness exploration of a colourful medieval dynasty is a gripping work of narrative history, writes alexander larman. Try your hand at hundreds of questions which range across your favourite historical topics and eras.

Rjay all of sharon kay penmans books historical fiction are fabulous. But in the 1450s, war broke out between two rival branches of the family, the yorkists and the lancastrians. Mar 07, 20 can you name the famous historical character from the description. Angevin empire, also referred to as the plantagenet empire, a modern term describing the collection of states once ruled by the angevin plantagenet dynasty. First published in 20 by viking, author dan jones tome documents the plantagenet line with a clear overview, an attention to detail, and a fine pen. At the time, i just read the books i could find at my library. The wars of the roses, as they were called, ended in 1485 when henry tudor, who was related to the lancastrians, killed richard iii, the last plantagenet king, in battle. But in the 1450s, war broke out between two rival branches of the family, the yorkists and the. For the next 200 years the history of the plantagenets is traceable through a line of kings who seemingly alternated between strong and powerful nationbuilders and their extremely weak and ineffectual successors. In 1485, a new family of rulers, the tudors, seized the throne of england.

The plantagenets and millions of other books are available for instant access. Can you name the famous historical character from the description. The story of the plantagenet dynasty is the story of one of the pivotal ages in english history. The royal line descended from the union between geoffrey, count of anjou d. May 11, 2020 the app will help you learn the leaders of the uk and test your knowledge. The wonder is that the components of this book were written by a host of contributors, many working a thousand years ago and centuries apart. In this epic history, dan jones vividly resurrects this fierce and seductive royal. From 1154 to 1485, england was ruled by the plantagenet family. This was 100% of all the recorded plantagenet s in the uk. Ten minute english and british history is a series of short, ten minute animated narrative documentaries that are designed as revision refreshers or simple introductions to a topic. Includes uncrowned monarchs, but not disputed claimants. The plantagenets 11541485 introduction history of england. You can see how plantagenet families moved over time by selecting different census years.

In 1891 there were 4 plantagenet families living in london. See more ideas about plantagenet, british history and history. Four out of the five kings considered in this book were. This attractively illustrated book draws on the writings of 14 contemporary chroniclers to tell the story of medieval europes most tempestuous family. Rate 5 stars rate 4 stars rate 3 stars rate 2 stars rate 1 star. Economic and social history charts 1485 september 8, 2012 heraldy arms of the big medieval families may 5, 2012 feast days in medieval england april 7, 2012. You scored % this beats or equals % of test takers also scored 100% the average score is. They ruled until 1603, producing two of englands most successful monarchs, henry viii and elizabeth i. Every person and event of importance is covered and the various powerplays are explained in an easy to understand fashion and placed in their geopolitical context be it english or international. To ask other readers questions about the plantagenets, please sign up. At various times plantagenet princes ruled or claimed to rule normandy, anjou, maine, touraine, aquitaine, brittany, ireland, wales, scotland.

This list is for historical fiction books with the main focus on the plantagenet rulers of england they must be major characters, andor prominent secondary characters. He writes and presents the popular netflix series secrets of great british castles. Choose from 500 different sets of 7th grade history abeka chapter 21 flashcards on quizlet. The plantagenets documents a delicious period in english. Test your history knowledge with our trivia quizzes brought to you by bbc history magazine, britains bestselling history magazine. Dec 17, 2017 ten minute english and british history is a series of short, ten minute animated narrative documentaries that are designed as revision refreshers or simple introductions to a topic. Will you get a victory or fall before the battle even gets started. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. History of a dynasty ebook written by jeffrey hamilton. A list of the 57 most important and key rulers covers different historical periods of the history of the united kingdom and the stateterritorial entities that make up it. I was born on 12th may 1820 and i was named after the city of my birth. Test your knowledge on this history quiz to see how you do and compare your score to others.

Angevin empire, also referred to as the plantagenet empire, a modern term describing the collection of states once ruled by the angevinplantagenet dynasty. Henry ii, king of england best pub quiz questions on the monarch who started the plantagenet dynasty on the english throne, created the english legal system, gave england the three lions and cross of st george, had thomas becket murdered, invaded and subjugated ireland. Be the first to ask a question about the plantagenets. Plantagenets, henry iii, edward i, edward ii, isabella of france. However, the young queen cannot stake such a position, as she is not married and may attract enemies from europe, putting the kingdom at risk.

Historyextra content director david musgrove rounds up the latest medieval content on the website this week and reveals how hes been trying to learn old norse. It is a long book at more than 600 pages, but remains engaging throughout. In this epic history, dan jones vividly resurrects this fierce and seductive royal dynasty and its mythic world. Think of becket and the lion in winter, two of the best films about english history ever made, about dynasty founder king henry ii. The plantagenet chronicles book by elizabeth hallam. Very well written and an easy and pleasurable book to read. Armorial of plantagenet, the coats of arms known or believed to be borne by geoffrey v of anjou and his descendants. House of plantagenet, royal house of england, which reigned from 1154 to 1485 and provided 14 kings, 6 of whom belonged to the cadet houses of lancaster and york. A history of the plantagenet dynasty 0884202737984. The plantagenets were a french family that assumed control of the english throne in 13.

See more ideas about history, plantagenet and british history. The turbulent history of medieval england and the plantagenet kings 121677 edited by elizabeth hallam. I started loving the wars of the roses 14551485 after i read shakespeares historical plays, henry vi parts iiii and richard iii. Although the plantagenets were not successful in gaining power in france, the english plantagenet kings ruled until 1485. As the frenchsounding name suggests, the plantagenet dynasty originated across the channel, and both in blood and outlook they were decidedly continental.

Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the plantagenets. Plantagenet kings were thus the richest clan in europe and ruled england and half of france. That, in a nutshell, is the conclusion to jeff hamiltons lucid account of the reigns of henry iii, edward i, edward ii, edward iii and richard ii. Years ago, i started reading philippa gregorys books about the tudors, and i was hooked. See more ideas about history, european history and plantagenet. In these videos, find out what happened this week or any week. Jul 04, 20 the history of the plantagenets from the normans to richard ii covered in great detail.

I worked in military hospitals in turkey during the crimean war and i established a training school for nurses in st. The line comprised 14 monarchs, and fell into extinction at the hands of the tudor. A historian of the ottoman empire and modern turkey, he is a publisher of popular history, a podcaster, and online course creator. New colonial immigrants are likewise included in the work, linking still more seventeenthcentury immigrants to the kings of england, making it as uptodate and comprehensive as possible. Such fundamental issues as the relationship between church and state, the nature of. Alright, history buffs, its time to pack up your books and take a journey back to medieval europe with this quiz. The warrior kings and queens who made england is a fascinating history of the twoandahalf centuries that transformed england from a norman colony to a european power. Pressure of other work made it impossible, however, to produce them at the gait i had hoped to achieve. Fuelled by resentment richard of conisbrough, earl of cambridge, began plotting with sir thomas grey and henry 3rd baron scrope. Learn 7th grade history abeka chapter 21 with free interactive flashcards.

Their name came from planta genista, the latin for yellow broom flower, which the counts of anjou wore as an emblem on their helmets. London had the highest population of plantagenet families in 1891. Richard of conisbrough seems to have been a very controversial figure throughout his life, from questions of his paternity, through his secret marriage, to his untimely death for his involvement in a particularly illthoughtout plot he and i were born within 3 miles and, of course, 6 centuries of each other. This book is a fascinating gestation on the history not only of plantagenet england in the late middle ages, but also of the many places and key world events that were directly influenced by plantagenet kings. As a student, i even gave guided tours at the castle in which he was born. Plantagenet kings were thus the richest family in europe and ruled england and half of france. Historyquiz will test your knowledge of the major events and people since the beginning of recorded history.

Jul 12, 20 think of becket and the lion in winter, two of the best films about english history ever made, about dynasty founder king henry ii. Attitudes and outlooks were formed with regard to a vast array of profoundly important issues. In demystified, britannica has all the answers to your burning questions. This was 100% of all the recorded plantagenets in the uk. Their scheme was to murder henry v and his 3 brothers at southampton, before their embarkation for the invasion of france, and replace him with richards brotherinlaw, edmund mortimer, 5th earl of march. Edward plantagenet of england abt jun 1239 westminster, middlesex, england 07. Play sporcle s virtual live trivia to have fun, connect with people, and get your trivia on. If i could do it all over again, i would read the books in chronological order. Historical romances are allowed, but they must meet the criteria listed above. The plantagenets is proof that contemporary history can engage with the medieval world with style, wit and chutzpah.

Historically speaking i random history or biography quiz. In these videos, britannica explores a variety of topics and answers frequently asked questions. It concludes with the downfall of king richard ii in 99, deposed by cousin henry bolingbroke who, as king henry iv, established the new ruling house of lancaster. Unfortunately weak king john lost most of the french territory and the 100 years war is the name given to the series of battles designed to regain the lost french territories.

The plantagenet family name was found in the uk in 1891. Join a live hosted trivia game for your favorite pub trivia experience done virtually. Henry ii, king of england best pub quiz questions the. History trivia questions about human prehistory, ancient history, the rise of human civilization, major human inventions, historical figures, historical dates and more.

It was under the rule of the last five plantagenet kings that the english monarchy was born. Plantagenet ancestry also features scores of remarkable discoveries that are certain to change the ancestry charts of many living americans. Select the royal house and dates for the king or queen. This dynasty is normally subdivided into three parts. More than 5000 questions and answers on general history. Ks3 history learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers organised by topic. The plantagenet chronicles edited by elizabeth hallam.