The Plantagenets

The Plantagenets were a royal family that ruled England from the 12th to the 15th centuries, beginning with Henry II and ending with Richard III. They are known for significant historical events, including the signing of the Magna Carta and the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars for control of the throne. The dynasty is marked by the expansion of the English monarchy, the establishment of common law, and conflicts in France during the Hundred Years' War. The Plantagenets greatly shaped English history, culture, and governance during their reign.