What can Richard I tell us about medieval masculinity?
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The Importance of Fatherhood in the Medieval Period
Fatherhood is one of the most dominant ones in medieval masculinity. It's really key to be able to bear heirs, it's a sign of virility and strength. And you can see with other kings of the period, I mean, Philip Augustus himself, Philip II of France, he was a much longed for son.
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