Ancestors of Berenguela I 'la Grande' de Castilla

Berenguela I 'la Grande' de Castilla
(1180-1246)

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Alfonso IX 'el Baboso' de León

Fernando III 'el Santo' de Castilla y León+

Berenguela I 'la Grande' de Castilla

Born: Jun 1180, Burgos, Castille and Leon, Spain
Christened: Queen, Leon, and, Castile
Marriage: Alfonso IX 'el Baboso' de León about Dec 1197 in Valladolid, Spain
Died: 8 Nov 1246, Las Huelgas, Castille and Leon, Spain aged 66
Buried: 1246, Abbey of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas, Burgos, Spain

bullet Another name for Berenguela was Princess Berenguela de Castilla reina de Castilla.

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Berenguela I de CastillaDe Wikipedia, la enciclopedia librehttp://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenguela_I_de_Castilla# Berenguela I de Castilla (* Segovia, 1 de junio de1180 - † Monasterio de las Huelgas, Burgos, 8 de noviembre de 1246). Fue Reina de Castilla[2] en 1217 y reina consorte de León entre 1197 y 1204. Hija primogénita del rey castellano Alfonso VIII y de su esposa, Leonor Plantagenet, era bisnieta de otra Berenguela, la esposa de Alfonso VII de Castilla y hermana de Ramón Berenguer IV de Barcelona, quien introdujo ese nombre catalán en la familia real castellana. Por línea materna era nieta de Enrique II de Inglaterra y de otra importante mujer de la época, Leonor de Aquitania. En el momento de su nacimiento, Berenguela era la única hija de los reyes, ya que los infantes nacidos con anterioridad no habían sobrevivido, por lo que era la heredera nominal al trono castellano y la convertía en un partido muy deseado en toda Europa. El primer compromiso matrimonial de Berenguela se acuerda en 1187 cuando pide su mano Conrado, duque de Rothenburg y quinto hijo del emperador germánico Federico I Barbarroja. Al año siguiente, en Seeligenstadt, se firma el contrato matrimonial, tras lo cual Conrado marchó a Castilla, donde en la ciudad de Carrión se celebraron los esponsales y el joven conde fue armado caballero. El matrimonio no llegó a consumarse, en un primer momento por la edad de Berenguela y después porque los reyes tuvieron en 1189 un hijo varón, Fernando, que pasó a ser designado heredero al trono, lo que provocó que el emperador Federico, al ver frustradas sus aspiraciones hacia Castilla y a pesar de la dote de 42.000 aurii de la infanta, perdiera todo interés en mantener la boda de su hijo, el cual no volvería a encontrarse jamás con Berenguela. Esta solicitó al Papa la anulación del compromiso, seguramente influenciada por agentes externos, como su abuela Leonor de Aquitania, a quien no interesaba tener a un Hohenstaufen como vecino de sus feudos franceses. Pero estos temores se verían posteriormente neutralizados cuandoel duque fue asesinado en 1196. Dos años más tarde (1198), Berenguela se casó en la ciudad de Valladolid con el Rey de León Alfonso IX, pariente suyo en tercer grado (era su tío segundo). De este matrimonio nacerán cinco hijos: *Berenguela (1198 - 1235), casada con Juan de Brienne, Rey-regente de Jerusalén;*Constanza (1200 - 1242), monja en el monasterio de las Huelgas;*Fernando III el Santo (1201 - 1252);*Leonor (1202);*Alfonso (1203 - 1272), Señor de Molina y Mesa por su primer matrimonio. Se casó sucesivamente con Mafalda de Lara, heredera de Molina y Mesa, con Teresa Nuñez y con Mayor Téllez de Meneses, Señora de Montealegre y Tiedra –de este último enlace nacería la célebre María de Molina, esposa de Sancho IV de León y Castilla–.Pero en 1204, el Papa Inocencio III anuló el matrimonio alegando el parentesco de los cónyuges, a pesar de que Celestino III lo había permitido en su momento.‰sta era la segunda anulación tanto para Berenguela como para Alfonso, que solicitaron vehementemente una dispensa para permanecer juntos. Pero este Papa fue uno de los más duros en cuestiones matrimoniales, así que se les denegó, aunque consiguieron que su descendencia fuese considerada como legítima. Disuelto el lazo matrimonial, Berenguela regresa a Castilla al lado de sus padres, donde se dedicó al cuidado de sus hijos.--------------------Berengaria (Castilian: Berengaria; 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berengaria of Leon, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. Children Her children with Alfonso IX included: * Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) * King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200-1252) * Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203-1272) * Berengaria of Leon (1204-1237), married John of Brienne * Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. Sources: 1. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996--------------------Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of Leon of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernandoacted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengueala's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; accordingto the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry ahigh-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne ofPonthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death. --------------------Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Contents [hide]1 Marriage2 Queen3 Children4 Ancestry5 Further reading [edit] MarriageBerengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. [edit] QueenWhen her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. [edit] ChildrenHer children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210)King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252)Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272)Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of BrienneConstance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died.[edit] Ancestry[show]v • d •eAncestors of Berengaria of Castile 16. Raymond of Burgundy 8. Alfonso VII of Castile 17. Urraca of León and Castile 4. Sancho III of Castile 18. Ramon Berenguer III, Count of Barcelona 9. Berenguela of Barcelona 19. Douce I, Countess of Provence 2. Alfonso VIII of Castile 20. Ramiro Sánchez, Lord of Monzón 10. Garcia VI of Navarre 21. Cristina Rodriguez 5. Blanca Garcés of Navarre 22. Gilbert de l'Aigle, Seigneur de l'Aigle 11. Marguerite de l'Aigle 23 Juliana du Perche 1. Berengaria of Castile 24. Fulk V of Anjou 12. Geoffrey V of Anjou 25. Ermengarde of Maine 6. Henry II of England 26. Henry I of England 13. Empress Matilda 27. Matilda of Scotland 3. Eleanor of England 28. William IX of Aquitaine 14. William X of Aquitaine 29. Philippa of Toulouse 7. Eleanor of Aquitaine 30. Aimery I of Châtellerault 15. Aenor de Châtellerault 31. Dangereuse de L'Isle Bouchard [edit] Further readingShadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180–1246) and Political Women in the High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile and Leon.Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996Regnal titles Preceded byHenry I Queen of Castile1217 Succeeded byFerdinand III Spanish royalty Preceded byTeresa of Portugal Queen consort of León1198–1204 Succeeded byBeatriz of Swabia Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berengaria_of_Castile"Categories: 1180 births 1246 deaths Castilian monarchs Queens regnant Leonese queen consorts House of Burgundy-Spain Hohenstaufen Dynasty Women of medieval Spain 13th-century Spanish people Burials at the Abbey of Santa Maria la Real de Huelgas, Burgos People from Segovia 13th-century female rulers 13th-century monarchs in Europe 13th-century viceregal rulers--------------------Berenguela of CastileFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBerenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile,she brought her children with her to Otella.Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne.When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina,her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia.Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death.--------------------Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, byhis first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of Leon, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne.--------------------Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married.Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madrid (1753).Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madrid (1753). Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing.... [ John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela,]..... instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando afterhis first wife's death.--------------------From http://www.rpi.edu/~holmes/Hobbies/Genealogy/ps07/ps07_137.htm A strong queen, she administered Castile and supplied her son Ferdinand with troops and provisions during his wars. References: [PlantagenetA],[Moncreiffe],[AR7],[Paget1]~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenguela_of_Castile Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter ofAlfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Contents [hide]1 Marriage 2 Queen 3 Children 4 Ancestry 5 Further reading [edit] MarriageBerengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. [edit] QueenWhen her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebelliousnobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. [edit] ChildrenHer children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. Further readingShadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180€“1246) and Political Women in the High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile andLeon. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 --------------------Nació el mes de junio de 1180, en Burgos. Casó en primeras nupcias con Conrrado de Hoenstaufenen, duque de Suabia, en 1188 (este matrimonio fue anulado). Luego casó, en diciembre de 1197, en Valladolid, con Alfonso IX de León (ver Reyes de León), que en primeras nupcias había casado con doña Teresa de Portugal (y, entre estos dos matrimonios había tenido por amante a doña Inés Íñiguez de Mendoza, en la cual tuvo por hija a doña Urraca Alfonso). Alfonso IX y doña Berenguela eran nieto y biznieta de Alfonso VII. Aunque este matrimonio era ilegítimo, el hijo de esta pareja, Fernando III, fue considerado como descendencia legítima. Berenguela murió el 8-XI-1246, en Burgos. --------------------http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenguela_of_Castile--------------------Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married.Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of Leon, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was doneso that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. --------------------Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Contents [hide]1 Marriage 2 Queen 3 Children 4 Ancestry 5 Further reading [edit] MarriageBerengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. [edit] QueenWhen her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. [edit] ChildrenHer children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. [edit] Ancestry[show]v • d • eAncestors of Berengaria of Castile 16. Raymond of Burgundy 8. Alfonso VII of Castile 17. Urraca of León and Castile 4. Sancho III of Castile 18. Ramon Berenguer III,Count of Barcelona 9. Berenguela of Barcelona 19. Douce I, Countess of Provence 2. Alfonso VIII of Castile 20. Ramiro Sánchez, Lord of Monzón 10. Garcia VI of Navarre 21. Cristina Rodriguez 5. Blanca Garcés of Navarre 22. Gilbert de l'Aigle, Seigneur de l'Aigle 11. Marguerite de l'Aigle 23 Juliana du Perche 1. Berengaria of Castile 24. Fulk V of Anjou 12. Geoffrey V of Anjou 25. Ermengarde of Maine 6. Henry II of England 26. Henry I of England 13. Empress Matilda 27. Matilda of Scotland 3. Eleanor of England 28. William IX of Aquitaine 14. William X of Aquitaine 29. Philippa ofToulouse 7. Eleanor of Aquitaine 30. Aimery I of Châtellerault 15. Aenor de Châtellerault 31. Dangereuse de L'Isle Bouchard [edit] Further readingShadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180–1246) and Political Women in the High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile and Leon. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 --------------------Probably born in the summertime. Became Queen of Castile when her younger brother died after a falling tile hit him on the head. Her name aka 'Berenguela' & 'Dona Bereguela'.She & Alphonso were second cousins.--------------------Wan engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murderedMarraige to Alfonso IX annulled by Pope because they were second cousinsLeft Alfonso and returned to father's court in Castile.Succeeded to Caltille throne, and ielded to son, Fernando --------------------Berenguela I de Castilla (* Segovia, 1 de junio de 1180 - † Monasterio de las Huelgas, Burgos, 8 de noviembre de 1246). Fue Reina de Castilla[2] en 1217 y reina consorte de León entre 1197 y 1204. Hija primogénita del rey castellano Alfonso VIII y de su esposa, Leonor Plantagenet, era bisnieta de otra Berenguela, la esposa de Alfonso VII de Castilla y hermana de Ramón Berenguer IV de Barcelona, quien introdujo ese nombre catalán en la familia real castellana. Por línea materna era nieta de Enrique II de Inglaterra y de otra importante mujer de la época, Leonor de Aquitania. En el momento de su nacimiento, Berenguela era la única hija de los reyes, ya que los infantes nacidos con anterioridad no habían sobrevivido, por lo que era la heredera nominal al trono castellano y la convertía en un partido muy deseado en toda Europa. El primer compromiso matrimonial de Berenguela se acuerda en 1187 cuando pide su mano Conrado, duque de Rothenburg y quinto hijo del emperador germánico Federico I Barbarroja. Al año siguiente, en Seeligenstadt, se firma el contrato matrimonial, tras lo cual Conrado marchó a Castilla, donde en la ciudad de Carrión se celebraron los esponsales y el joven conde fue armado caballero. El matrimonio no llegó a consumarse, en un primer momento por la edad de Berenguela y después porque los reyes tuvieron en 1189 un hijo varón, Fernando, que pasó a ser designado heredero al trono, lo que provocó que el emperador Federico, al ver frustradas sus aspiraciones hacia Castilla y a pesar de la dote de 42.000 aurii de la infanta, perdiera todo interés en mantener la boda de su hijo, el cual no volvería a encontrarse jamás con Berenguela. Esta solicitó al Papa la anulación del compromiso, seguramente influenciada por agentes externos, como suabuela Leonor de Aquitania, a quien no interesaba tener a un Hohenstaufen como vecino de sus feudos franceses. Pero estos temores se verían posteriormente neutralizados cuando el duque fue asesinadoen 1196. Dos años más tarde (1198), Berenguela se casó en la ciudad de Valladolid con el Rey de León Alfonso IX, pariente suyo en tercer grado (era su tío segundo). De este matrimonio nacerán cinco hijos: *Berenguela (1198 - 1235), casada con Juan de Brienne, Rey-regente de Jerusalén; *Constanza (1200 - 1242), monja en el monasterio de las Huelgas; *Fernando III el Santo (1201 - 1252); *Leonor (1202); *Alfonso (1203 - 1272), Señor de Molina y Mesa por su primer matrimonio. Se casó sucesivamente con Mafalda de Lara, heredera de Molina y Mesa, con Teresa Nuñez y con Mayor Téllez de Meneses, Señora de Montealegre y Tiedra –de este último enlace nacería la célebre María de Molina, esposa de Sancho IV de León y Castilla–. Pero en 1204, el Papa Inocencio III anuló el matrimonio alegando el parentesco de los cónyuges, a pesar de que Celestino III lo había permitido en su momento. Ésta era la segunda anulación tanto para Berenguela como para Alfonso, que solicitaron vehementemente una dispensa para permanecer juntos. Pero este Papa fue uno de los más duros en cuestiones matrimoniales, así que se les denegó, aunque consiguieron que su descendencia fuese considerada como legítima. Disuelto el lazo matrimonial, Berenguela regresa a Castilla al lado de sus padres, donde se dedicó al cuidado de sus hijos. -------------------- Berengaria (Castilian: Berengaria; 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when shereturned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berengaria of Leon, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. Children Her children with Alfonso IX included: * Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) * King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200-1252) * Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203-1272) * Berengaria of Leon (1204-1237), married John of Brienne * Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. Sources: 1. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 -------------------- Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of Leon of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rightsof Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengueala's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death. -------------------- Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. Theeldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Contents [hide] 1 Marriage 2 Queen 3 Children 4 Ancestry 5 Further reading [edit] Marriage Berengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. [edit] Queen When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. [edit] Children Her children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. [edit] Ancestry [show]v • d • eAncestors of Berengaria of Castile 16. Raymond of Burgundy 8. Alfonso VII of Castile 17. Urraca of León and Castile 4. Sancho III of Castile 18. Ramon Berenguer III, Count of Barcelona 9. Berenguela of Barcelona 19. Douce I, Countess of Provence 2. Alfonso VIII of Castile 20. Ramiro Sánchez, Lord of Monzón 10. Garcia VI of Navarre 21. Cristina Rodriguez 5. Blanca Garcés of Navarre 22. Gilbert de l'Aigle, Seigneur de l'Aigle 11. Marguerite de l'Aigle 23 Juliana du Perche 1. Berengaria of Castile 24. Fulk V of Anjou 12. Geoffrey V of Anjou 25. Ermengarde of Maine 6. Henry II of England 26. Henry I of England 13. Empress Matilda 27. Matilda of Scotland 3. Eleanor of England 28. William IX of Aquitaine 14. William X of Aquitaine 29. Philippa of Toulouse 7. Eleanor of Aquitaine 30. Aimery I of Châtellerault 15. Aenor de Châtellerault 31. Dangereuse de L'Isle Bouchard [edit] Further reading Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180–1246) and Political Women in the High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile and Leon. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 Regnal titles Preceded by Henry I Queen of Castile 1217 Succeeded by Ferdinand III Spanish royalty Preceded by Teresa of Portugal Queen consort of León 1198–1204 Succeeded by Beatriz of Swabia Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berengaria_of_Castile" Categories: 1180 births 1246 deaths Castilian monarchs Queens regnant Leonese queen consorts House of Burgundy-Spain Hohenstaufen Dynasty Women of medieval Spain 13th-century Spanish people Burials at the Abbey of Santa Maria la Real de Huelgas, Burgos People from Segovia 13th-century female rulers 13th-century monarchs in Europe 13th-centuryviceregal rulers -------------------- Berenguela of Castile From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queenof Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death. -------------------- Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of Leon, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, whichthey accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. -------------------- Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was brieflyqueen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madrid (1753). Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madrid (1753). Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but thiswas annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court inCastile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by hisfirst wife, Teresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing.... [ John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela,]..... instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her son Fernando. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Beatriz (Beatrix) of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death. -------------------- From http://www.rpi.edu/~holmes/Hobbies/Genealogy/ps07/ps07_137.htm A strong queen, she administered Castile and supplied her son Ferdinand with troops and provisions during his wars. References: [PlantagenetA],[Moncreiffe],[AR7],[Paget1] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenguela_of_Castile Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Contents [hide] 1 Marriage 2 Queen 3 Children 4 Ancestry 5 Further reading [edit] Marriage Berengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. [edit] Queen When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent anddesire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. [edit] Children Her children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. Further reading Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180–1246) and Political Women in the High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile and Leon. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 -------------------- Nació el mes de junio de 1180, en Burgos. Casó en primeras nupcias con Conrrado de Hoenstaufenen, duque de Suabia, en 1188 (este matrimonio fue anulado). Luego casó, en diciembre de 1197, en Valladolid, con Alfonso IX de León (ver Reyes de León), que en primeras nupcias había casado con doña Teresa de Portugal (y, entre estos dos matrimonios había tenido por amante adoña Inés Íñiguez de Mendoza, en la cual tuvo por hija a doña Urraca Alfonso). Alfonso IX y doña Berenguela eran nieto y biznieta de Alfonso VII. Aunque este matrimonio era ilegítimo, el hijo de esta pareja, Fernando III, fue considerado como descendencia legítima. Berenguela murió el 8-XI-1246, en Burgos. -------------------- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenguela_of_Castile -------------------- Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX of León in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Teresaof Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit John's kingdom.Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of Leon, instead. Later, on September 24, 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berenguela's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. less x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x --------------------Wikipedia: Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela; 1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII ofCastile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Marriage Berengariamarried King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienneto marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berenguela of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. Queen When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favor of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in everyway possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connectionswith her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife's death. Children Her children with Alfonso IX included: * Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) * King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) * Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) * Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne * Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died.BIOGRAPHY: General Notes: Princess of ARAGON, Queen of LEON. BOOKS Kings and Queens of Europe, Genealogical Chart, Anne Taute and Romilly Squire, Taute, 1989: "Alfonso IX, Son of Fernando II King of Leon and Urraca of Portugal, King of Leon 1188-1230, Mar =2 Berenguela Daughter of Alfonso VIII King of Aragon...Berenguela, Daughter of Alfonso VIII King of Castilla and Eleanor England, Mar (2) Alfonso IX King of Leon, Died 1244." Encyclopaedia Britannica, 1981, Micropaedia, VolIV, p98, Ferdinand III the Saint: "Born Abt 1201, Died 1252, King of Castile form 1217 to 1252, King of Leon from 1230 to 1252, son of Alfonso IX of Leon, and Berenguela daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile..." The Story of Civilization, Will Durant, Vol IV, The Age of Faith, Bk V, The Climax of Christianity, Ch XXV, TheRecovery of Europe, Sec XII, Spain, p697: "Fernando III (1217-1252) reunited León and Castile, pushed the Catholic frontier to Granada, made Seville his capital, the great mosque his cathedral, the Alcazar his residence; the Church considered him a bastard athis birth, and made him a saint after his death..." ANCESTRAL FILE Ancestral File Ver 4.10 Alphonso IX King of LEON Born 1173 Leon Spain Mar 1197 Berenaria Queen of LEON & CASTILE (8XJ4-Q6) Spain Died 23 Sep 1230 Castile Spain, Ancestral File v4.19 ZJVZ-4G. --------------------Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madrid (1753). Queen of Castile Berengaria (Castilian: Berenguela) (1 January/June 1180 – 8 November 1246) was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Eleanor of England, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1196 before they could be married. Married in the Castle Doña Berenguela in Bolaños de Calatrava Spain. Berengaria married King Alfonso IX of León in 1197, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins. Berengaria and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her to Otella. Berengaria often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sancha and Dulce, by his first wife, Theresa of Portugal, and wished to disinherit Berengaria's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter, Sancha, and thus inherit his kingdom. Berengaria sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, Berengaria of León, instead. Later, on 24 September 1230 when Alfonso died, Berengaria and Ferdinand acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce by offering them a lifetime appanage, which they accepted. This was done so that, with Berengaria's aid, he could assume the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berengaria became sovereign of Castile. She soon renounced her crown in favour of her son Ferdinand. Thereafter she served as the king's motherly advisor; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honour for her son in every way possible". Berengaria helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Ferdinand to marry a high-born wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Berengaria maintained strong connections with her sister Blanche, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Joan of Ponthieu as a bride for Ferdinand after his first wife'sdeath. Her children with Alfonso IX included: Eleanor (1198/1199-31 October 1210) King Ferdinand III of Castile (1200–1252) Alfonso, 4th Lord of Molina (1203–1272) Berengaria of León (1204–1237), married John of Brienne Constance (1 May 1200 or 1205-7 September 1242), became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died. Her great-granddaughter was doña Berenguela Alfonso of Castile, Baroness of Polop. Further reading:Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile (1180–1246) and Political Women inthe High Middle Ages (Palgrave Macmillan; 2010) Explores Berenguela's use of authority as both queen and regent, at varied times, for the Spanish thrones of Castile and Leon. Shadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996 --------------------Alfonso IX, Rey de Castilla y León was born on 15 August 1171 at Zamora, Spain. Hewas also reported to have been born in 1166.1 He was the son of Fernando II, Rey de León and Urraca de Portugal.1 He married, firstly, Theresa de Portugal, daughter of Sancho I de Bourgogne, Rei de Portugal and Dulcia deProvence, in 1190.1 He married, secondly, Berengaria de Castilla, daughter of Alfonso VIII, Rey de Castilla and Eleanor Plantagenet, circa 1198.1 He and Berengaria de Castilla were divorced in 1209. He and Theresa de Portugal were divorced in 1198.1 He died on 24 September 1230 at age 59 at Villanueva de Sarria. Alfonso IX, Rey de Castilla y León succeeded to the title of Rey Alfonso IX de Castilla in 1188.1 He succeeded to the title of Rey Alfonso IX de León in 1188.1Children of Alfonso IX, Rey de Castilla y León and Berengaria de Castilla * Fernando III, Rey de Castilla y León+ b. 1199, d. 30 May 1252 * Berengaria de Castilla+2 b. c 1198/99, d. 12 Apr 1237 * Constanza de Castilla b. 1200, d. 1242 * Leonor de Castilla b. 1202, d. 1202 * Alfonso de Castilla, Duque de Molina+1 b. c 1203/4, d. 1272 http://thepeerage.com/p10239.htm#i102389 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berengaria_of_Castile--------------------See http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/25067072/person/12794565835

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Statue of Berenguela of Castile in Madridhttp://trees.ancestry.com/rd?f=image&guid=4aa23270-15a8-4f18-b9cc-0487bd3014f3&tid=10145763&pid=-603971496

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Reina de Castilla (1217-1246). Regente de su hermano el rey don Enrique I.Por muerte de su tío Enrique I recayó la corona de Castilla en Berenguela, quien renunció en favor de su hijo, Fernando III

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BIRT: RIN MH:IF34530DEAT: RIN MH:IF34531

Wife # 2

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INHERITED THE THRONE AS QUEEN OF CASTILE 1217 ON THE DEATH OF HER BROTHERENRIQUE I - 3 YEARS LATER SHE RENOUNCED THIS IS FAVOR OF HER SON FERNANDO

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Her marriage was annulled in 1214 because of the close relationship between her husband and herself.

Reina de Castilla (1217-1246). Regente de su hermano el rey don Enrique I.Por muerte de su tío Enrique I recayó la corona de Castilla en Berenguela, quien renunció en favor de su hijo, Fernando III

SURN BerengariaDATE 9 SEP 2000TIME 13:16:17

SURN BerengariaDATE 9 SEP 2000TIME 13:16:17

Source #1: Frederick Lewis Weis, "Ancestral Roots of Certain American Colonists Who Came to America Before 1700" - Seventh Edition, with additions and corrections by Walter Lee Sheppard, Jr., assisted by Davis Faris (Baltimore, MD: Genealogical Publishing Co, 1995), p. 102 Abdicated; Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204. Source #2: Douglas Richardson, "Plantagenet Ancestry: A Study in Colonial and Medieval Families" (Baltimore, Maryland: Genealogical Publishing Company, Inc., 2004), pp. 190-191.

Name Prefix:<NPFX> Queen Name Suffix:<NSFX> Of Castile

NOTES: Berengaria renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son, Ferdinand in 1217.

abdicated. Some sources say died age 75 but they must be wrong as hermother was born in 1162, so she could not be born in 1171. Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204.

abdicated. Some sources say died age 75 but they must be wrong as hermother was born in 1162, so she could not be born in 1171. Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204.

She renounced her Castilian crown in favor of her son, Ferdinand III.

[s2.FTW] Berengia renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son Ferdinand in 1217.Berengia renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son Ferdinand in 1217.

A strong queen, she administered Castile and supplied her son Ferdinand with troops and provisions during his wars.http://www.rpi.edu/~holmes/Hobbies/Genealogy/ps07/ps07_137.htm

abdicated. Some sources say died age 75 but they must be wrong as hermother was born in 1162, so she could not be born in 1171. Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204.

She renounced her Castilian crown in favor of her son, Ferdinand III.

abdicated. Some sources say died age 75 but they must be wrong as hermother was born in 1162, so she could not be born in 1171. Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204.

She renounced her Castilian crown in favor of her son, Ferdinand III.

abdicated. Some sources say died age 75 but they must be wrong as hermother was born in 1162, so she could not be born in 1171. Some say marriage to Alfonso was annulled 1204.

She renounced her Castilian crown in favor of her son, Ferdinand III.

!DESCENT: Frederick Lewis Weis and Walter Lee Sheppard, Jr., Ancestral Roots ofCertain American Colonists Who Came to America Before 1700, 7th ed., at 102(1992). Line 110-28.

NOTES: Berengaria renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son, Ferdinand in 1217.

[blanche_artois.ged] - Princess of Castile and Queen of Leon

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Berenguela (or Berengaria ) ( 1180 - November 8 , 1246 ), was brieflyq ueen of Castile and León. She was the daughter of Alfonso VIII of Cas tile and Leonora of Aquitaine, she married Alfonso IX in 1198, butth is was annulled later by the pope because they were second cousins.Whe n her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced he r rights to the throne, in favor of her son Ferdinand .Heiress of Castile.NOTEGEDCOM created by TMG...

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Berenguela of CastileFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Berenguela (or Berengaria) (1180 – November 8, 1246), was briefly queen of Castile and León. The eldest daughter of Alfonso VIII of Castile and Leonora of Aquitaine, she was briefly engaged to Conrad II, Duke of Swabia, but he was murdered in 1197 before they could be married. Berenguela married Alfonso IX in 1198, but this was annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were cousins. Berenguela and Alfonso had five children, including one who died in infancy, and when she returned to her father's court in Castile, she brought her children with her. Berenguela often found herself politically at odds with her former husband. Alfonso had two daughters, Sanchaand Dulce, by an earlier wife, and wished to disinherit Berenguela's children in favor of these daughters. To this end, he invited John of Brienne to marry his eldest daughter and thus inherit his kingdom. Berenguela sabotaged this plan by convincing John of Brienne to marry her own daughter, also named Berenguela, instead. Later, in 1230 when Alfonso died, Berenguela and Fernando acted to set aside the rights of Sancha and Dulce, and seized the Leonese throne. When her brother Henry died by accident in 1217, Berenguela renounced her rights to the throne, in favor of her sonFernando. Thereafter she served as the king's mother; according to the Cronica Latina, her "total intent and desire being to procure honor for her son in every way possible". Berenguela helped quell the rebellious nobles, and then arranged for Fernando to marry a high-born wife, Elizabeth of Swabia. Berenguela maintained strong connections with her sister Blanca, who was Queen of France. It was Blanche who suggested sending Jeanne of Ponthieu as a bride for Fernando after his first wife's death. [edit]SourcesShadis, Miriam. Berenguela of Castile's Political Motherhood, 1996

Berengaria renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son,Ferdinand in 1217.[Kopi av ROYALS.FTW] Berengaria renounced her title to the Castilian throne in favor of her son,Ferdinand in 1217.[Kopi av ROYALS.FTW] The marriage was annulled by Pole Innocent III because of the closefamily relationship.

bullet Noted events in her life were:

• Alt. Christening: Queen, Leon, and, Castile.

• Occupation: Régente, Reine, de Castille.

• Occupation: Queen of Castile 1217 (abdicated).

Berenguela married Alfonso IX 'el Baboso' de León, son of Fernando II de Castilla y León and Urraca Affonsez de Portugal, about Dec 1197 in Valladolid, Spain. (Alfonso IX 'el Baboso' de León was born on 15 Aug 1171 in Zamora, Castille and Leon, Spain, died on 24 Sep 1230 in Villanueva de Sarría, Sarria, Galicia, Spain and was buried on 29 Sep 1230 in Cathedral de Santiago el Mayor, Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain.)