Jeanne de Penthièvre

Jeanne de Penthièvre was a noblewoman from 14th-century France, known for her claim to the Breton throne through her family line. She was the daughter of Duke John II of Brittany and became a key figure in dynastic disputes when her brother, the duke, died without an heir. Jeanne led efforts to assert her own rights and those of her children, challenging royal authority and engaging in political conflicts. Her actions influenced Breton and French politics during a turbulent period, highlighting the complex struggles over inheritance, sovereignty, and regional independence.