Eleanor of Aquitaine was Queen of France from 1137 to 1152 as the wife of King Louis VII, Queen of England from 1154 to 1189 as the wife of King Henry II, and Duchess of Aquitaine in her own right from 1137 until her death in 1204. She is the Patron Ancestor of Wisdom. Though she  displayed all aspects of our credo during her remarkable life, the key theme throughout her journey was her wisdom in discerning when and where to display these characteristics for the best outcome. For a snapshot of her existence, visit -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eleanor_of_Aquitaine

 

 

Born around 870, Gaange Rolf Rollo began as a Viking who later became the first Duke of Normandy. His lines produced the great royal families of both France and England. He is the Patron Ancestor of Wonder. Our oldest recorded ancestor saw the world not as it was, but as it could be. He had within him the  wonder to see that his dreams and visions could become reality. The very life we live today is a product of his wonder. For more information, visit -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rollo

 

 

 

 

 

Empress Matilda 1102 – 1167) is our Patron Ancestor of Courage. As one of the claimants to the English throne during the civil war (The Anarchy) her life was filled with uncertainty, succession crises, spousal deaths, hostage negotiations, and a daring escape from rebel forces in the dead of a winters night.  She never stopped fighting for what she believed in and because of this is one of the few people in history to be titled Empress. For more on her courageous life, visit -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Empress_Matilda

 

 

 

Louis IX (1214 – 1270), or Saint Louis was King of France from 1226 to 1270. He is the Patron Ancestor of Loyalty. Though he showed loyalty to his marriage, family, and people, he displayed loyalty most in his faith. He never allowed the glamour of kingship to sway him from his duty to his god. He is known for leading his country in faith and making reforms and leading crusades that would help lead his country to greater salvation. Even on his death bed his last words were concerned with matters of faith and duty. He is the only king to also be canonized as a Saint for more information visit -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_IX_of_France#Marriage