Joan of England

Queen of Scotland

Joan of England - Queen of Scotland
Born

July 22nd, 1210
815 years ago

Died

March 4th, 1238
787 years ago — 27 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Born in England, served as queen consort of Scotland. Married Alexander II of Scotland, strengthening ties between England and Scotland. Held significant influence during her husband's reign. Following her husband's death, played a diplomatic role advocating for her children's interests. An important figure in 13th-century Anglo-Scottish relations.

Married Alexander II of Scotland

Supported her children's rights to the throne

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