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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Example Sentences

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

From Washington Post

“But we have come to the crux of our campaign. Tonight, at dinner, we will be introduced to Blanche of Castile—the king’s mother.”

From Literature

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

From Literature

Blanche of Castile shouted, her voice shrill and thin.

From Literature

The retinue entered the hall after the king—first Blanche of Castile, followed by Queen Marguerite, King Louis’s wife, with their infant daughter in her arms.

From Literature