Eleanor of Aquitaine part 4: Annulment of Louis VII and Eleanor's Marriage

Eleanor, once a queen, faced tensions with her husband Louis during the Crusades. Her uncle Raymond's plan to capture Aleppo was rejected by Louis, causing a rift. Rumors of Eleanor's closeness to Raymond strained her marriage. Despite a failed Crusade, they toured Jerusalem but traveled separately. Eleanor learned of Raymond's death and sought an annulment, which was initially denied. Eventually, their marriage was annulled, and Eleanor returned to Poitiers, facing kidnapping attempts before seeking marriage with Henry of Normandy.

What was the relationship between Eleanor and Raymond of Poitiers?

What was the main purpose of Louis's Crusade?

How did Eleanor's relationship with Louis change during their journey?

What were the circumstances surrounding the annulment of Eleanor and Louis's marriage?

What was the significance of Eleanor's return to Poitiers?

What challenges did Eleanor face after her marriage was annulled?

How did Eleanor's actions reflect the norms of royalty regarding marriage during her time?