Matthew Strickland’s scientific contributions

This chapter focuses on Henry the Young King's early childhood and marriage as an infant, a period spanning the years 1155–1160. It begins with young Henry's birth to Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II as well as his baptism, upbringing in early childhood, and domestic life. It then considers young Henry's first training in arms and horsemanship, his fear of shipwreck, his piety, and his illness. It also looks at young Henry's betrothal and marriage to Margaret, daughter of King Louis VII of France, at the age of only five. Finally, it examines the relations between Henry and Margaret as husband and wife, noting that Henry had no known mistresses, along with Henry's friendship with William Marshal.