Margaret of Bohemia – A funeral instead of a wedding
There are many “what-ifs” in history. One major “what-if” is the proposed marriage of Casimir III of Poland to Margaret of Bohemia. This marriage could […]
Casimir the Great
Elizabeth of Pomerania – An Empress of legendary strength
Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia married four times. His fourth and last wife was Elizabeth of Pomerania. She was the wife […]
Hedwig of Zagan – The King’s last hope for heirs
In 1365, Casimir III, King of Poland was 55, had been married three times, but still had no legitimate sons. His second wife, Adelaide of […]
Krystyna Rokiczana – One king’s lover, another king’s spy
One of the most scandalous royal marriages in history was that of Casimir III of Poland, and his third wife, Krystyna (Christina) Rokiczana. In fact, […]
Kunigunde of Poland – A royal bride who was left behind
Like her aunt and namesake, the second Kunigunde of Poland did not leave a mark on history. In fact, she stayed at her father’s court […]
Elizabeth of Poland – The popular Duchess of Pomerania
Elizabeth of Poland, Duchess of Pomerania, does not have the fame and accomplishments that her namesake aunt has. However, she is fondly remembered in the […]
