Matilda: The Uncrowned Queen

History... Our Evolution

King Henry I died in 1135, and his named successor was his daughter, Matilda the Countess of Anjou.  The English throne was disputed by Stephen, nephew of Henry, who received the backing of English nobles, who wanted a male heir.

The citizen’s of London, accepted Stephen as their rightful heir to the English throne, but support quickly changed when he became Matilda’s prisoner.

Matilda’s arrogance and demands for money from the people of London, soon changed their su...