The making of an unlikely leader. Matilde of Tuscany's childhood
Not much is known about Matilde/a of Tuscany's birth. The year was 1046, but the day and place are uncertain. Mantova, Lucca, Canossa,...
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The making of an unlikely leader. Matilde of Tuscany's childhood
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