Claire Barnes · @ClaireFromClare
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grew up with the library of Castle, commissioned & collected by the family, & catalogued in 1397 when her father was arrested. prompts reflection on household culture, role models, generational influence - & how both we & kings may struggle with inner demons.

🎨 made for Anne's mother, . 🧵 13/

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Claire Barnes · @ClaireFromClare
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@ANDictionary
& , most apt! 🤣
I’m curious which baby would have been celebrating in 1382, or paying for care? since now writing a thread about . mentions cash gifts to the nurse & squire who brought news of a son born to his brother & , but, “fille” - so maybe another baby in the household?

#rocker #rockstar #johnofgaunt #granddaughtersofedwardiii #kathrynwarner #thomasofwoodstock #eleanordebohun

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