Eleanor of Provence
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Four red pales in a golden shield were borne by Eleanor of Provence, queen of Henry III.; but the number did not commend itself to English armorists.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" by Various
Nevertheless he was again crowned—this time in London in 1236, after his marriage with Eleanor of Provence.
From London and the Kingdom - Volume I by Sharpe, Reginald R. (Reginald Robinson)
Eleanor of Provence, married to Henry III.; vituperative ballads made on her; her unpopularity; her spirited conduct in the Barons' war.
From Cameos from English History, from Rollo to Edward II by Yonge, Charlotte Mary
The ancient records contain many other particulars respecting the ceremonies which graced the marriage feast of Henry and Eleanor of Provence, but enough has been quoted to show the magnificence of the celebration.
From Christmas: Its Origin and Associations Together with Its Historical Events and Festive Celebrations During Nineteen Centuries by Dawson, William Francis
Eleanor of Provence, whom the King married in 1236, encouraged more luxury in the homes of the barons and courtiers.
From Illustrated History of Furniture From the Earliest to the Present Time by Litchfield, Frederick
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