Emma of Normandy

Emma of Normandy was a influential medieval noblewoman and queen consort in England and Normandy during the late 10th and early 11th centuries. She married two kings: Æthelred the Unready and Cnut the Great, forging important political alliances. As queen, Emma played a key role in supporting her sons' claims to the throne and navigating the complex politics of England and Normandy. Her strategic marriages helped maintain stability during turbulent times, and she is remembered as a savvy and resilient figure who contributed significantly to her family's power and influence across these regions.