Isabella of France

British

noun

1292–1358, wife (1308–27) of Edward II of England, whom, aided by her lover, Roger de Mortimer, she deposed; mother of Edward III

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Edward II was married to Isabella of France but was openly in a long-term relationship with knight Sir Piers Gaveston.

From Salon

The one person who Gaveston seemed to show respect to was Edward's wife, Isabella of France.

From Salon

Who can forget Edward II, his beloved Piers Gaveston and Edward's neglected child bride, Isabella of France?

From New York Times

King Edward II was widely rumored to be romantically involved with his squire and companion Piers Gaveston, despite his marriage to Isabella of France, who is remembered as a cruel but beautiful queen.

From Time

An attempt at reconciliation even took place on the marriage of Richard II. with Isabella of France, daughter of Charles VI.

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