After decades apart and several scandals, they legally married in 1396.
Public pressure and political revolts forced them to separate for years.
She was the longtime mistress of John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster.
Her legitimized children, the Beauforts, became the ancestors of the Tudor dynasty. 🔥 From Scandal to Sanctity
Katherine’s life was a masterclass in navigating 14th-century politics.
Against all odds, Gaunt married Katherine, making her the second most powerful woman in England. 🛡️ Why Her Legacy Matters
Without Katherine Swynford, .