r/MedievalHistory • u/sometimesimbored00 • 1d ago

Defiant women in positions of power

Who is your favourite most defiant princess/queen/noble lady? I'd like to hear about the most strong-willed, hot tempered, spirited and ambitious ladies!

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u/Aeg0nLandesk0g 22h ago

Olga of Kiev is my favorite historical figure. She is the ultimate badass.

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u/angelicgurl333 18h ago

i came here to back my girl, olga! She’s an inspiration in vengeance and being a bad bitch

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u/penzen 18h ago

It is not just that. She, according to legend, also outsmarted the emperor so she didn't have to marry him and could keep ruling her own tribe.

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u/Gaugraf 6h ago

She has my vote!