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Blanche of Castile

British  
/ blaːntʃ /

noun

  1. ?1188–1252, queen consort (1223–26) of Louis VIII of France, born in Spain. The mother of Louis IX, she acted as regent during his minority (1226–36) and his absence on a crusade (1248–52)

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Her wise pick of Blanche of Castile, the mother of Saint Louis, would later be proved in the annals of history.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 24, 2021

Blanche of Castile shouted, her voice shrill and thin.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

“It is the king who is burning the books, is it not? Well, his mother, Blanche of Castile, is the prime mover, I am sure. But I gather that the king is collaborating enthusiastically.”

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

William is carrying Blanche of Castile, Queen Mother and former Regent of all France, in his arms like a newborn calf.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

Blanche of Castile took her place to his right, Jean de Joinville to his left.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

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