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The Christmas Court: Queens of the Conquest

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The Christmas Court is a centuries-old tradition that takes place in England during the twelve days of Christmas, from December 25th to January 5th. The court is presided over by the Lord of Misrule, a figure who is chosen to lead the revelry and mischief that is associated with the holiday season.

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One of the most important figures in the Christmas Court is the Queen of the Conquest. The Queen is chosen from among the young women of the court, and she is responsible for leading the revelers in their games and dances. The Queen is also responsible for overseeing the preparation of the Christmas feast.

The origins of the Christmas Court can be traced back to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The Normans brought with them their own traditions and customs, including the celebration of Christmas. The Christmas Court was one of the ways that the Normans celebrated the holiday, and it quickly became a popular tradition among the English people.

The Queens of the Conquest

The following is a list of the Queens of the Conquest who have presided over the Christmas Court:

1066: Matilda of Flanders
1087: Adelaide of Louvain
1100: Matilda of Scotland
1135: Matilda of Boulogne
1154: Eleanor of Aquitaine
1189: Berengaria of Navarre
1227: Eleanor of Provence
1254: Eleanor of Castile
1272: Eleanor of Montfort
1290: Margaret of France
1308: Isabel of France
1328: Philippa of Hainault
1369: Anne of Bohemia
1394: Isabella of Valois
1420: Catherine of Valois
1437: Margaret of Anjou
1461: Elizabeth Woodville
1483: Anne Neville
1485: Elizabeth of York
1503: Catherine of Aragon
1533: Anne Boleyn
1536: Jane Seymour
1540: Anne of Cleves
1540: Catherine Howard
1543: Catherine Parr
1558: Elizabeth I
1603: Anne of Denmark
1625: Henrietta Maria
1662: Catherine of Braganza
1685: Mary of Modena
1689: Mary II
1702: Anne
1714: Sophia Dorothea of Celle
1727: Caroline of Ansbach
1760: Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz
1820: Caroline of Brunswick
1837: Victoria
1901: Alexandra of Denmark
1910: Mary of Teck
1936: Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon
2022: Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

The Christmas Court Today

The Christmas Court is still celebrated today, although it is not as elaborate as it once was. The Lord of Misrule is still chosen, and he leads the revelers in their games and dances. The Queen of the Conquest is also still chosen, and she oversees the preparation of the Christmas feast.

The Christmas Court is a reminder of the rich history and traditions of England. It is a time for celebration and merry-making, and it is a time to reflect on the past and to look forward to the future.