Rosamund Clifford, often called "The Fair Rosamund" or "Rose of the World", was a medieval English noblewoman and mistress of Henry II, King of England. She became famous in English folklore.
Fair Rosamund in her Bower by William Bell Scott (after 1854)
The ruins of Clifford Castle, where Clifford grew up
The ruins of Godstow Abbey
Marie-Philippe Coupin de la Couperie's circa 1826 painting
The Lion in Winter is a 1968 historical drama film centred on Henry II of England and his attempt to establish a line of succession during a family gathering at Christmas in 1183. His efforts unleash
Theatrical release poster
Katharine Hepburn as Eleanor of Aquitaine, an Oscar-winning performance
Peter O'Toole as Henry II