Was Catherine de' Medici truly the sinister puppet master behind a seductive squad of spies, or has history been far too cruel to this powerful queen? Dive into the fascinating—and often misunderstood—life of the woman who ruled France from the shadows and shaped a turbulent era.
On 5 January 1589, Catherine de' Medici, Queen Consort and Queen Regent of France, passed away. Her legacy? A swirl of dark legends, court intrigues, and tales of power, ambition, and tragedy.
From poisoned gloves to the infamous Flying Squadron, her story is packed with drama, mystery, and myth. But what’s the truth? Was she a ruthless schemer or simply a woman navigating a man’s world with unmatched skill?
Join me as I peel back the layers of propaganda to reveal the real Catherine de' Medici—a queen who deserves more than just her "Serpent Queen" reputation.
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