Blanche of Castile

/ blaːntʃ /

noun

1. Blanche of Castile?11881252FSpanishPOLITICS: stateswoman ?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)

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

“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 Literature

“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

“So, children,” Blanche of Castile began.

From Literature

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

From Literature