Famous medieval women can be counted on one hand. Joan of Arc, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Julian of Norwich come to mind. Another princess deserves mention. Jadwiga of Hungary, the girl who became king in the 14th century, shines as a sovereign who mixed sweetness with political savvy.
East European Kings
Jadwiga’s father was one of the most active european kings in the fourteenth century.
Louis d’ Anjou, King of Hungary from 1342-1382, had connections with almost every royal house in Europe. In 1370 the Polish nobles elected him King of Poland. He arranged for his eldest daughter Mary to succeed him.
