King John of Gaunt of Spain?

Brian's Spain Domain

Mar 13 2023 | 00:10:06

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Show Notes

If I were to tell you that John of Gaunt, son of King Edward III, and one of the wealthiest and most dashing individuals in England, not only once claimed the throne of Castile in late 14th century but actually tried to the take kingdom over, would believe me? Well, you should, because it really […]

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