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Odo II, 983 - 15.11.1037, Count of Blois 1004 - 1037, death on the flight after the battle of Bar-le-Duc, 15.11.1037, wood engraving, 19th century, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available Stock Photo

RMRRM9HA–Odo II, 983 - 15.11.1037, Count of Blois 1004 - 1037, death on the flight after the battle of Bar-le-Duc, 15.11.1037, wood engraving, 19th century, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Bertrand as a child, fighting with others. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, Duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him Lieutenant of Normandy and Count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brother, Peter the Cruel of Castile. Du Guesclin Stock Photo

RM2CWBCW2–Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Bertrand as a child, fighting with others. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, Duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him Lieutenant of Normandy and Count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brother, Peter the Cruel of Castile. Du Guesclin

Stephen I, 1096 - 25. 10.1154, King of England 22.12.1135 - 25.10.1154, with falcon, miniature, Cotton Claudius, 1253, British Library London, , Stock Photo

RMBA7RTD–Stephen I, 1096 - 25. 10.1154, King of England 22.12.1135 - 25.10.1154, with falcon, miniature, Cotton Claudius, 1253, British Library London, ,

The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France; Master of the Getty Froissart, Flemish, active about 1475 Stock Photo

RMPPX2XG–The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France; Master of the Getty Froissart, Flemish, active about 1475

Stephen (1092 – 1154), often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was a grandson of William the Conqueror. He was King of England from 1135 to his death, and also the Count of Boulogne in right of his wife. Stephen's reign was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda. Stock Photo

RMHD39PJ–Stephen (1092 – 1154), often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was a grandson of William the Conqueror. He was King of England from 1135 to his death, and also the Count of Boulogne in right of his wife. Stephen's reign was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda.

Stephen, c. 1092/6 – 1154, aka Stephen of Blois. King of England, 1135 - 1154, Count of Boulogne, 1125- 1147 and Duke of Normandy, 1135 - 1144. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847. Stock Photo

RMM62WTT–Stephen, c. 1092/6 – 1154, aka Stephen of Blois. King of England, 1135 - 1154, Count of Boulogne, 1125- 1147 and Duke of Normandy, 1135 - 1144. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847.

Stephen (1092/6 – 1154), often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was King of England from 1135 to his death, as well as Count of Boulogne from 1125 until 1147 and Duke of Normandy from 1135 until 1144. Stephen's reign was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda. Stock Photo

RMKTT7H6–Stephen (1092/6 – 1154), often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was King of England from 1135 to his death, as well as Count of Boulogne from 1125 until 1147 and Duke of Normandy from 1135 until 1144. Stephen's reign was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda.

Henry III and the Duke of Guise at The Château de Blois, 1588 before the latter's assassination by Henry's bodyguards. Henry III, 1551 –1589. King of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth from 1573 to 1575 and King of France. Henry I, Prince of Joinville, Duke of Guise, Count of Eu, 1550 – 1588, aka Le Balafré or Scarface. From Hutchinson's History of the Nations, published 1915. Stock Photo

RMM6CMX0–Henry III and the Duke of Guise at The Château de Blois, 1588 before the latter's assassination by Henry's bodyguards. Henry III, 1551 –1589. King of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth from 1573 to 1575 and King of France. Henry I, Prince of Joinville, Duke of Guise, Count of Eu, 1550 – 1588, aka Le Balafré or Scarface. From Hutchinson's History of the Nations, published 1915.

Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family. Stock Photo

RM2T0F0M3–Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family.

Plaster portrait statue of Henry of Blois (c. 1098 – 1171), known as Henry of Winchester, was Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey from 1126, and Bishop of Winchester from 1129 to his death. He was a younger son of Stephen Henry, Count of Blois by Adela of Normandy, daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders. Thus, he was a younger brother of Stephen, King of England. Stock Photo

RMRJABH7–Plaster portrait statue of Henry of Blois (c. 1098 – 1171), known as Henry of Winchester, was Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey from 1126, and Bishop of Winchester from 1129 to his death. He was a younger son of Stephen Henry, Count of Blois by Adela of Normandy, daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders. Thus, he was a younger brother of Stephen, King of England.

Philip III of Croy, duke of Aarschot and Johanna van Blois, Copper Medal. Front: man's bust inside the inside. Reverse: coat of arms in cartouche between year under crown inside inscription, Philip III of Croÿ (4th prince of Chimay, 3rd duke of Aarschot, 4th count of Beaumont), Johanna of Blois, anonymous, 1595, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 3 cm × w 4.57 Stock Photo

RMW5798K–Philip III of Croy, duke of Aarschot and Johanna van Blois, Copper Medal. Front: man's bust inside the inside. Reverse: coat of arms in cartouche between year under crown inside inscription, Philip III of Croÿ (4th prince of Chimay, 3rd duke of Aarschot, 4th count of Beaumont), Johanna of Blois, anonymous, 1595, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 3 cm × w 4.57

RMD86PXB–Thibauld Blois 'Le Bon'

Stephen, c. 1092/6 – 1154, aka Stephen of Blois. King of England from 1135 to 1154. Stock Photo

RMC783FP–Stephen, c. 1092/6 – 1154, aka Stephen of Blois. King of England from 1135 to 1154.

King Stephen 1092/6 1154 Stephen of Blois King of England Count of Boulogne regal royal kingly princely imperial sovereign Stock Photo

RMC8NA8C–King Stephen 1092/6 1154 Stephen of Blois King of England Count of Boulogne regal royal kingly princely imperial sovereign

Chronicles of St. Denis. Miniature by Jean Fouquet. Battle of king Henri I of France (1031-1060) against the Count of Champagne, son of Eudes de Blois, prince of Tours 15th century France Stock Photo

RMGG2CW7–Chronicles of St. Denis. Miniature by Jean Fouquet. Battle of king Henri I of France (1031-1060) against the Count of Champagne, son of Eudes de Blois, prince of Tours 15th century France

King Stephen of Blois 1096 1154 last Norman King England Count Boulogne jure uxoris civil war Stock Photo

RFAMH57X–King Stephen of Blois 1096 1154 last Norman King England Count Boulogne jure uxoris civil war

Stephen, King of England, c.1092-1154. Stephen of Blois, Count of Boulogne and Duke of Normandy. In plumed helmet, suit of plate armour, fur cape, holding a battle axe. King Stephen of England. From William Faithorne's set of Kings. Stephanus DG Rex Ang Com Bon et Mor etc. Copperplate engraving from Samuel Woodburns Gallery of Rare Portraits Consisting of Original Plates, George Jones, 102 St Martins Lane, London, 1816. Stock Photo

RM2T696P6–Stephen, King of England, c.1092-1154. Stephen of Blois, Count of Boulogne and Duke of Normandy. In plumed helmet, suit of plate armour, fur cape, holding a battle axe. King Stephen of England. From William Faithorne's set of Kings. Stephanus DG Rex Ang Com Bon et Mor etc. Copperplate engraving from Samuel Woodburns Gallery of Rare Portraits Consisting of Original Plates, George Jones, 102 St Martins Lane, London, 1816.

La Chambre dite de Catherine de Médicis. Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France. Stock Photo

RM2JD2P8B–La Chambre dite de Catherine de Médicis. Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France.

French illustration 1912 showing an even older illustration - Charles d'Orleans, Duke of Orleans (1394 – 1465) Medieval poet - A prisoner in the White Tower 'Tower of London' - showing an internal view of the tower from traitors gate with London Bridge, St Paul's and the city of London behind -Also Duke of Valois, Count of Beaumont-sur-Oise and of Blois, Lord of Coucy, and the inheritor of Asti in Italy - He's credited with writing the 1st Valentines Day poem Stock Photo

RMW5E6NH–French illustration 1912 showing an even older illustration - Charles d'Orleans, Duke of Orleans (1394 – 1465) Medieval poet - A prisoner in the White Tower 'Tower of London' - showing an internal view of the tower from traitors gate with London Bridge, St Paul's and the city of London behind -Also Duke of Valois, Count of Beaumont-sur-Oise and of Blois, Lord of Coucy, and the inheritor of Asti in Italy - He's credited with writing the 1st Valentines Day poem

RM2KJM1KA–Stephen, King of England, c.1092-1154. Stephen of Blois, Count of Boulogne and Duke of Normandy. In plumed helmet, suit of plate armour, fur cape, holding a battle axe. King Stephen of England. From William Faithorne's set of Kings. Stephanus DG Rex Ang Com Bon et Mor etc. Copperplate engraving from Samuel Woodburn’s Gallery of Rare Portraits Consisting of Original Plates, George Jones, 102 St Martin’s Lane, London, 1816.

RMG80J5H–Stephan, König von England

Philip Hurepel or Philip I of Boulogne (1200-1234), in helm and chain-mail hauberk with shield bearing his coat of arms, Theobald VI, Count of Blois, fought the Moors in Castille (died of leprosy 1218) and Raoul de Beaumont (1200-1218), founder ot the Abbey of Estival in 1210 (from a relief on his tomb in the abbey). Philppe de Bologne 1, Thibault, Comte de Blois 2, Raoul de Beaumont 3. Handcoloured lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and fu Stock Photo

RM2CGPH73–Philip Hurepel or Philip I of Boulogne (1200-1234), in helm and chain-mail hauberk with shield bearing his coat of arms, Theobald VI, Count of Blois, fought the Moors in Castille (died of leprosy 1218) and Raoul de Beaumont (1200-1218), founder ot the Abbey of Estival in 1210 (from a relief on his tomb in the abbey). Philppe de Bologne 1, Thibault, Comte de Blois 2, Raoul de Beaumont 3. Handcoloured lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and fu

Elias I of Maine Odo II Count of Blois Stock Photo

RMJ3CMXT–Elias I of Maine Odo II Count of Blois

Adela of Normandy, of Blois, or of England (c. 1067 – 8 March 1137), also known as Saint Adela in Roman Catholicism, was a daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders who later became the Countess of Blois, Chartres, and Meaux by marriage to Stephen II, Count of Blois. From the book Heroines of the crusades by Bloss, Celestia Angenette, 1812-1855 Published by Auburn Alden, Beardsley, New York, 1853 Engraved by J.C. Buttre Stock Photo

RM2C8CDA5–Adela of Normandy, of Blois, or of England (c. 1067 – 8 March 1137), also known as Saint Adela in Roman Catholicism, was a daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders who later became the Countess of Blois, Chartres, and Meaux by marriage to Stephen II, Count of Blois. From the book Heroines of the crusades by Bloss, Celestia Angenette, 1812-1855 Published by Auburn Alden, Beardsley, New York, 1853 Engraved by J.C. Buttre

RM2A2F3F4–Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois.

The Great Seal of Stephen was a seal used to symbolise the Sovereign's approval of important state documents. Often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was King of England from 1135 to his death, as well as Count of Boulogne from 1125 until 1147 and Duke of Normandy from 1135 until 1144. The reign of King Stephen 1092/6 – 1154) was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda. Stock Photo

RMKTT7H7–The Great Seal of Stephen was a seal used to symbolise the Sovereign's approval of important state documents. Often referred to as Stephen of Blois, was King of England from 1135 to his death, as well as Count of Boulogne from 1125 until 1147 and Duke of Normandy from 1135 until 1144. The reign of King Stephen 1092/6 – 1154) was marked by the Anarchy, a civil war with his cousin and rival, the Empress Matilda.

183 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois Stock Photo

RMPC6RW2–183 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois

RM2T0F0M0–Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family.

RMRJABHC–Plaster portrait statue of Henry of Blois (c. 1098 – 1171), known as Henry of Winchester, was Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey from 1126, and Bishop of Winchester from 1129 to his death. He was a younger son of Stephen Henry, Count of Blois by Adela of Normandy, daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders. Thus, he was a younger brother of Stephen, King of England.

RMW578HW–Philip III of Croy, duke of Aarschot and Johanna van Blois, Copper Medal. Front: man's bust inside the inside. Reverse: coat of arms in cartouche between year under crown inside inscription, Philip III of Croÿ (4th prince of Chimay, 3rd duke of Aarschot, 4th count of Beaumont), Johanna of Blois, anonymous, 1585, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.9 cm × w 4.47

RMD88P6F–ETIENNE HENRI DE BLOIS

RMHKDMX8–Elias I of Maine Odo II Count of Blois

Elk165 1528 France Loire Valley Blois Chateau Francois ler 16th c bust Stock Photo

RMB64T64–Elk165 1528 France Loire Valley Blois Chateau Francois ler 16th c bust

1895 ca, TOURAINE , FRANCE : The Chateau of CHAUMONT-SUR-LOIRE and the Loire . Photo by J. Kuhn , Paris . It was built by Eudes II, Count of Blois, in the 10th century with the purpose of serving as a fortress to protect the Blois from attacks. Chateau Chaumont was later purchased by Catherine de Medici in 1560, a year after her late husband Henry II's death. She entertained numerous astrologers there, among them Nostradamus . After a short while, she forced Diane de Poitiers, Henry II's long-term mistress, to exchange Chateau de Chenonceau for Chateau de Chaumont. Diane de Poitiers only live Stock Photo

RM2PAEWEA–1895 ca, TOURAINE , FRANCE : The Chateau of CHAUMONT-SUR-LOIRE and the Loire . Photo by J. Kuhn , Paris . It was built by Eudes II, Count of Blois, in the 10th century with the purpose of serving as a fortress to protect the Blois from attacks. Chateau Chaumont was later purchased by Catherine de Medici in 1560, a year after her late husband Henry II's death. She entertained numerous astrologers there, among them Nostradamus . After a short while, she forced Diane de Poitiers, Henry II's long-term mistress, to exchange Chateau de Chenonceau for Chateau de Chaumont. Diane de Poitiers only live

RMAMH57Y–King Stephen of Blois 1096 1154 last Norman King England Count Boulogne jure uxoris civil war

RM2T6CPTR–Philip Hurepel or Philip I of Boulogne (1200-1234), in helm and chain-mail hauberk with shield bearing his coat of arms, Theobald VI, Count of Blois, fought the Moors in Castille (died of leprosy 1218) and Raoul de Beaumont (1200-1218), founder ot the Abbey of Estival in 1210 (from a relief on his tomb in the abbey). Philppe de Bologne 1, Thibault, Comte de Blois 2, Raoul de Beaumont 3. Handcoloured lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and fu

RM2JD2P8E–La Chambre dite de Catherine de Médicis. Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France.

Stephen often known as Stephen of Blois (c. 1096 – 25 October 1154) was a grandson of William the Conqueror. He was the last Nor Stock Photo

RFBT665P–Stephen often known as Stephen of Blois (c. 1096 – 25 October 1154) was a grandson of William the Conqueror. He was the last Nor

RM2C70WFA–Adela of Normandy, of Blois, or of England (c. 1067 – 8 March 1137), also known as Saint Adela in Roman Catholicism, was a daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders who later became the Countess of Blois, Chartres, and Meaux by marriage to Stephen II, Count of Blois. From the book Heroines of the crusades by Bloss, Celestia Angenette, 1812-1855 Published by Auburn Alden, Beardsley, New York, 1853 Engraved by J.C. Buttre

RMB8PMK1–Stephen often known as Stephen of Blois (c. 1096 – 25 October 1154) was a grandson of William the Conqueror. He was the last Nor

Gaston, 25.4.1608 - 2.2.1660, Duke of Orleans 1626 - 1660, half length, copper engraving based on painting by Anton Van Dyck, 17th century, with signature, Bourbon, 3rd son of King Henry IV of France, brother of King Louis XIII, Duke of Anjou, Count of Blois, general, nominal commander of the army for the siege of La Rochelle 1628, Artist's Copyright has not to be cleared Stock Photo

RMCP1D93–Gaston, 25.4.1608 - 2.2.1660, Duke of Orleans 1626 - 1660, half length, copper engraving based on painting by Anton Van Dyck, 17th century, with signature, Bourbon, 3rd son of King Henry IV of France, brother of King Louis XIII, Duke of Anjou, Count of Blois, general, nominal commander of the army for the siege of La Rochelle 1628, Artist's Copyright has not to be cleared

Chaumont Castle is a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire France Stock Photo

RF2M6RK2W–Chaumont Castle is a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire France

Machine colourised Adela of Normandy, of Blois, or of England (c. 1067 – 8 March 1137), also known as Saint Adela in Roman Catholicism, was a daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders who later became the Countess of Blois, Chartres, and Meaux by marriage to Stephen II, Count of Blois. From the book Heroines of the crusades by Bloss, Celestia Angenette, 1812-1855 Published by Auburn Alden, Beardsley, New York, 1853 Engraved by J.C. Buttre Stock Photo

RM2G37BA7–Machine colourised Adela of Normandy, of Blois, or of England (c. 1067 – 8 March 1137), also known as Saint Adela in Roman Catholicism, was a daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders who later became the Countess of Blois, Chartres, and Meaux by marriage to Stephen II, Count of Blois. From the book Heroines of the crusades by Bloss, Celestia Angenette, 1812-1855 Published by Auburn Alden, Beardsley, New York, 1853 Engraved by J.C. Buttre

Theobald V., the good, Count of Blois and Chartres. Stock Photo

RM2F8YMYX–Theobald V., the good, Count of Blois and Chartres.

Oxford Castle was an 11th Century Norman medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford where it played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy, a civil war in England between 1135 and 1153. The conflict was a succession crisis precipitated by the accidental death of William Adelin, the only legitimate son of Henry I, in 1120. Henry's attempts to install his daughter, the Empress Matilda, as his successor were unsuccessful and on Henry's death in 1135, his nephew Stephen of Blois seized the throne with the help of Stephen's brother, Henry of Blois, Bishop of Winchester. Stock Photo

RMKTT7HB–Oxford Castle was an 11th Century Norman medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford where it played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy, a civil war in England between 1135 and 1153. The conflict was a succession crisis precipitated by the accidental death of William Adelin, the only legitimate son of Henry I, in 1120. Henry's attempts to install his daughter, the Empress Matilda, as his successor were unsuccessful and on Henry's death in 1135, his nephew Stephen of Blois seized the throne with the help of Stephen's brother, Henry of Blois, Bishop of Winchester.

. English: Portraits of Elias I of Maine (1060 -1110) - Odo II, Count of Blois (vers 983-1037) Русский: Портрет Эли I дю Мэн (1060 -1110) - Эд II де Блуа (ок. 983-1037) . 1845. Original steel engraving drawn by Vernier, engraved by Lemaitre 183 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois Stock Photo

RMMW31PH–. English: Portraits of Elias I of Maine (1060 -1110) - Odo II, Count of Blois (vers 983-1037) Русский: Портрет Эли I дю Мэн (1060 -1110) - Эд II де Блуа (ок. 983-1037) . 1845. Original steel engraving drawn by Vernier, engraved by Lemaitre 183 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois

RM2T0F0KW–Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family.

RMRJABH5–Plaster portrait statue of Henry of Blois (c. 1098 – 1171), known as Henry of Winchester, was Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey from 1126, and Bishop of Winchester from 1129 to his death. He was a younger son of Stephen Henry, Count of Blois by Adela of Normandy, daughter of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders. Thus, he was a younger brother of Stephen, King of England.

Property of Albert Kahn, Boulogne, France Count Louis de Blois, Personality, Human beings, Society, Political personality, Personality of the nobility, Military personality, Town hall, town hall, deputy, senator, Portrait, Journalism, Man, Army, Count Louis of Blois France, Boulogne, Portraits, Count Louis of Blois, Boulogne propriété d'Albert Kahn, 16/09/1922 - 16/09/1922, Léon, Auguste, photographer, Autochrome, photo, Glass, Autochrome, photo, Positive, Vertical, Size 9 x 12 cm Stock Photo

RM2TD9J0X–Property of Albert Kahn, Boulogne, France Count Louis de Blois, Personality, Human beings, Society, Political personality, Personality of the nobility, Military personality, Town hall, town hall, deputy, senator, Portrait, Journalism, Man, Army, Count Louis of Blois France, Boulogne, Portraits, Count Louis of Blois, Boulogne propriété d'Albert Kahn, 16/09/1922 - 16/09/1922, Léon, Auguste, photographer, Autochrome, photo, Glass, Autochrome, photo, Positive, Vertical, Size 9 x 12 cm

Drawing of the Chateau de Chaumont (or Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire), a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire, Loir-et-Cher, France. The castle was founded in the 10th century by Odo I, Count of Blois. After Pierre d'Amboise rebelled against Louis XI, the king ordered the castle's destruction. Later in the 15th century Chateau de Chaumont was rebuilt by Charles I d'Amboise Stock Photo

RM2JYY1YD–Drawing of the Chateau de Chaumont (or Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire), a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire, Loir-et-Cher, France. The castle was founded in the 10th century by Odo I, Count of Blois. After Pierre d'Amboise rebelled against Louis XI, the king ordered the castle's destruction. Later in the 15th century Chateau de Chaumont was rebuilt by Charles I d'Amboise

RMHX1D99–Elias I of Maine Odo II Count of Blois

Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Guesclin offers to lead the leaders of the great companies and their men to Castille. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brothe Stock Photo

RM2CWBGRT–Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Guesclin offers to lead the leaders of the great companies and their men to Castille. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brothe

RM2PAEWDY–1895 ca, TOURAINE , FRANCE : The Chateau of CHAUMONT-SUR-LOIRE and the Loire . Photo by J. Kuhn , Paris . It was built by Eudes II, Count of Blois, in the 10th century with the purpose of serving as a fortress to protect the Blois from attacks. Chateau Chaumont was later purchased by Catherine de Medici in 1560, a year after her late husband Henry II's death. She entertained numerous astrologers there, among them Nostradamus . After a short while, she forced Diane de Poitiers, Henry II's long-term mistress, to exchange Chateau de Chenonceau for Chateau de Chaumont. Diane de Poitiers only live

King Stephen of England (1096–1154), from an engraving c. 1802. Stock Photo

RM2YGR79B–King Stephen of England (1096–1154), from an engraving c. 1802.

During the Fourth Crusade in Corfu, the marquis and counts, followed by the bishops, knelt down in front of the dissidents. Stock Photo

RMBM5626–During the Fourth Crusade in Corfu, the marquis and counts, followed by the bishops, knelt down in front of the dissidents.

The guard room, in the tower-flanked entrance is strategically located, as it lies above the Château porch. Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine Stock Photo

RM2JD2P8K–The guard room, in the tower-flanked entrance is strategically located, as it lies above the Château porch. Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine

King Stephen portrait, 1092/6 – 1154, was King of England from 1135 to his death, vintage illustration from 1822 Stock Photo

RM2E1MCHF–King Stephen portrait, 1092/6 – 1154, was King of England from 1135 to his death, vintage illustration from 1822

Chateau de Saumur and view on the River Loire. Built 10th century, is located in the French town of Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire département. France. Stock Photo

RF2TE0XBE–Chateau de Saumur and view on the River Loire. Built 10th century, is located in the French town of Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire département. France.

Stephen, 1092/6 – 1154, was King of England from 1135 to his death Stock Photo

RMTAKKB2–Stephen, 1092/6 – 1154, was King of England from 1135 to his death

The dining room in Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France. Stock Photo

RM2JD2PA1–The dining room in Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France.

RF2M6RGDJ–Chaumont Castle is a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire France

Château From River Cher, Selles sur Cher, Loir et Cher, France Stock Photo

RMB5CTCC–Château From River Cher, Selles sur Cher, Loir et Cher, France

RM2F8G3KA–Theobald V., the good, Count of Blois and Chartres.

A tower of Oxford Castle, an 11th Century Norman medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford. It played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy, a civil war in England between 1135 and 1153. The conflict was a succession crisis precipitated by the accidental death of William Adelin, the only legitimate son of Henry I, in 1120. Henry's attempts to install his daughter, the Empress Matilda, as his successor were unsuccessful and on Henry's death in 1135, his nephew Stephen of Blois seized the throne with the help of Stephen's brother, Henry of Blois, Bishop of Winchester. Stock Photo

RMKTT7HE–A tower of Oxford Castle, an 11th Century Norman medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford. It played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy, a civil war in England between 1135 and 1153. The conflict was a succession crisis precipitated by the accidental death of William Adelin, the only legitimate son of Henry I, in 1120. Henry's attempts to install his daughter, the Empress Matilda, as his successor were unsuccessful and on Henry's death in 1135, his nephew Stephen of Blois seized the throne with the help of Stephen's brother, Henry of Blois, Bishop of Winchester.

RMMWY8BB–. English: Portraits of Elias I of Maine (1060 -1110) - Odo II, Count of Blois (vers 983-1037) Русский: Портрет Эли I дю Мэн (1060 -1110) - Эд II де Блуа (ок. 983-1037) . 1845. Original steel engraving drawn by Vernier, engraved by Lemaitre 183 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois

RM2T0F0MT–Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family.

The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France, Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active reimagined Stock Photo

RFRADTY6–The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France, Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active reimagined

Antique 19th-century illustration of a portrait of Henry I de Lorraine, Prince of Joinville, Duke of Guise and Count of Eu. He was born on January 31, Stock Photo

RF2F1T6E9–Antique 19th-century illustration of a portrait of Henry I de Lorraine, Prince of Joinville, Duke of Guise and Count of Eu. He was born on January 31,

meeting stephan prince henry welingford 1152 sword horse shield flags Stephen often known as Stephen of Blois (c. 1096 – 25 Octo Stock Photo

RMB7P4XH–meeting stephan prince henry welingford 1152 sword horse shield flags Stephen often known as Stephen of Blois (c. 1096 – 25 Octo

View of River Loire from Chaumont Castle, Chaumont-sur-Loire, France Stock Photo

RMEKC7FA–View of River Loire from Chaumont Castle, Chaumont-sur-Loire, France

Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Education of St Louis by his mother, Queen Blanche of Castile. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brother, Peter the Cruel of C Stock Photo

RM2CWBGT5–Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Education of St Louis by his mother, Queen Blanche of Castile. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-brother, Peter the Cruel of C

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Louis I, 13.3.1372 - 23.11.1407, Duke of Orleans, full length, wood engraving, 19th century, Stock Photo

RMG5H9FT–Louis I, 13.3.1372 - 23.11.1407, Duke of Orleans, full length, wood engraving, 19th century,

Saumur Castle, Saumur, Loire Valley, France Stock Photo

RM2G8XMPJ–Saumur Castle, Saumur, Loire Valley, France

Empress Matilda (1102 – 1167), also known as the Empress Maude, and daughter of King Henry I of England confronting the wife of King Stephen also called Matilda, after Stephen was captured at the battle of Lincoln in 1141. The former was the claimant to the English throne during the civil war known as the Anarchy. Stock Photo

RMMRJW8E–Empress Matilda (1102 – 1167), also known as the Empress Maude, and daughter of King Henry I of England confronting the wife of King Stephen also called Matilda, after Stephen was captured at the battle of Lincoln in 1141. The former was the claimant to the English throne during the civil war known as the Anarchy.

RM2G8XMDN–Saumur Castle, Saumur, Loire Valley, France

The Empress Matilda, King Stephen's cousin and his rival for the throne, escaping from Oxford Castle in 1141 during The Anarchy that lasted from 1135 and 1154. Stock Photo

RMHE27KB–The Empress Matilda, King Stephen's cousin and his rival for the throne, escaping from Oxford Castle in 1141 during The Anarchy that lasted from 1135 and 1154.

RMCW1TFM–Theobald

RM2JD2PA4–The dining room in Le Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Centre-Val de Loire, France.

RF2M6RJTB–Chaumont Castle is a castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire France

The Battle of the Standard, sometimes called the Battle of Northallerton, in which English forces commanded by William of Aumale repelled a Scottish army, took place on 22 August 1138 on Cowton Moor near Northallerton in Yorkshire. The Scottish forces were led by King David I of Scotland. King Stephen of England (fighting rebel barons in the south) had sent an army of mainly local militia and baronial retinues from Yorkshire and the north Midlands. Stock Photo

RMMRJW0J–The Battle of the Standard, sometimes called the Battle of Northallerton, in which English forces commanded by William of Aumale repelled a Scottish army, took place on 22 August 1138 on Cowton Moor near Northallerton in Yorkshire. The Scottish forces were led by King David I of Scotland. King Stephen of England (fighting rebel barons in the south) had sent an army of mainly local militia and baronial retinues from Yorkshire and the north Midlands.

The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France. Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active about 1475 - 1485) Stock Photo

RM2F5N05E–The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France. Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active about 1475 - 1485)

Rougemont Castle, also known as Exeter Castle, is the historic castle of the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built into the northern corner of the Roman city walls starting in or shortly after the year 1068, following Exeter's rebellion against William the Conqueror. In 1136 it was besieged for three months by King Stephen. Stock Photo

RMKTT7HK–Rougemont Castle, also known as Exeter Castle, is the historic castle of the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built into the northern corner of the Roman city walls starting in or shortly after the year 1068, following Exeter's rebellion against William the Conqueror. In 1136 it was besieged for three months by King Stephen.

RMMY4HK5–. English: Portraits of Elias I of Maine (1060 -1110) - Odo II, Count of Blois (vers 983-1037) Русский: Портрет Эли I дю Мэн (1060 -1110) - Эд II де Блуа (ок. 983-1037) . 1845. Original steel engraving drawn by Vernier, engraved by Lemaitre 157 Elias I of Maine - Odo II Count of Blois

RM2T0F0KT–Cheverny Castle is a Loire castle located in the commune of Cheverny, a few kilometers south of the city of Blois. The chateau was built for Count Henri Hurault, between 1620 and 1630 in the neoclassical baroque style and is still inhabited by his descendants, the Hurault de Vibraye family.

. English: Portrait of Louise de La Vallière, one of Louis XIV's mistresses, with her children from the king (Marie Anne and Louis, Count of Vermandois). Français : Portrait de la duchesse de La Vallière et de ses enfants Mademoiselle de Blois et le Comte de Vermandois (?) . 17th century. 825 Louise de la Valliere Stock Photo

RMMP5CWM–. English: Portrait of Louise de La Vallière, one of Louis XIV's mistresses, with her children from the king (Marie Anne and Louis, Count of Vermandois). Français : Portrait de la duchesse de La Vallière et de ses enfants Mademoiselle de Blois et le Comte de Vermandois (?) . 17th century. 825 Louise de la Valliere

The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France, Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active about 1475 - 1485), Bruges, Belgium, about 1480 - 1483, Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint, and ink on parchment, Leaf: 48 x 35 cm (18 7,8 x 13 3,4 in, Reimagined by Gibon, design of warm cheerful glowing of brightness and light rays radiance. Classic art reinvented with a modern twist. Photography inspired by futurism, embracing dynamic energy of modern technology, movement, speed and revolutionize culture. Stock Photo

RF2B9CWXX–The Count de Blois Sending an Army to Support the King of France, Master of the Getty Froissart (Flemish, active about 1475 - 1485), Bruges, Belgium, about 1480 - 1483, Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint, and ink on parchment, Leaf: 48 x 35 cm (18 7,8 x 13 3,4 in, Reimagined by Gibon, design of warm cheerful glowing of brightness and light rays radiance. Classic art reinvented with a modern twist. Photography inspired by futurism, embracing dynamic energy of modern technology, movement, speed and revolutionize culture.

The Anarchy was a succession crisis in England which resulted in a wide-spread breakdown in law and order. In 1141 King Stephen (1092 – 1154) was captured following the Battle of Lincoln, by Robert of Gloucester and held in Bristol Castle, traditionally used for holding high-status prisoner. Stock Photo

RMHE27GJ–The Anarchy was a succession crisis in England which resulted in a wide-spread breakdown in law and order. In 1141 King Stephen (1092 – 1154) was captured following the Battle of Lincoln, by Robert of Gloucester and held in Bristol Castle, traditionally used for holding high-status prisoner.

RMEKC7F2–View of River Loire from Chaumont Castle, Chaumont-sur-Loire, France

Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Death of St Louis, King of France (1215-1270) during the second crusade, 25 August 1270. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-bro Stock Photo

RM2CWBGT2–Scene from the life of Bertrand du Guesclin, (19th century). Death of St Louis, King of France (1215-1270) during the second crusade, 25 August 1270. Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany, fighting against the invading English. He was knighted in 1354 and later served King Charles V of France who made him lieutenant of Normandy and count of Longueville. At the Battle of Auray (1364), Du Guesclin was ransomed after being taken prisoner by the English, and led mercenaries into Spain where he fought for Henry of Trastamara against his half-bro

The history of England : written in French . gs Order, for fome Milcarriagcs. Ivlon-Jlrelct. P. de Fenin. Goodwin, p. 280. (1) The Lord Oliver de Blois, Count of Pointers. Rymers Feed. Tom. X. p. 145. (2) It is likewife faid, he was the Son of a Brewer : But the meannefs of his Extraction was made up by the Delicacy of bis Pcrfon, being reckonedthe handfomeft Man of his Time. (3) And a Daughter that died an Infant. (4) King Henry, among other Works of Magnificence and Charity, rebuilt the Royal Palace of Shene, now called Richmond; and the Caftle of Kenet-worth. He alfo founded the Fraternity Stock Photo

RM2AKRPK3–The history of England : written in French . gs Order, for fome Milcarriagcs. Ivlon-Jlrelct. P. de Fenin. Goodwin, p. 280. (1) The Lord Oliver de Blois, Count of Pointers. Rymers Feed. Tom. X. p. 145. (2) It is likewife faid, he was the Son of a Brewer : But the meannefs of his Extraction was made up by the Delicacy of bis Pcrfon, being reckonedthe handfomeft Man of his Time. (3) And a Daughter that died an Infant. (4) King Henry, among other Works of Magnificence and Charity, rebuilt the Royal Palace of Shene, now called Richmond; and the Caftle of Kenet-worth. He alfo founded the Fraternity