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Edith von Schottland

1080 – 1118

About this person

Wikipedia Summary

Matilda of Scotland, also known as Good Queen Maud, was Queen of England and Duchess of Normandy as the first wife of King Henry I. She acted as regent of England on several occasions during Henry's absences: in 1104, 1107, 1108, and 1111.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
November 30, 1079
Dunfermline
Date of death
May 1, 1118
Palace of Westminster
Citizenship

Kingdom of Scotland

Occupations & fields
regent
Field and occupation
skotská královna-manželka
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