My only question would be.. were there any rulers that came from the maternal royal line that adopted the original ruling families last name (paternal)?
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My only question would be.. were there any rulers that came from the maternal royal line that adopted the original ruling families last name (paternal)?
well last names didnt exist
I suppose, King Name of Country dies and daughters son inherits and is also followed by of Country, as its the same country hes king of
I wouldn't put it in such black & white terms. Last names did exist, though they were never as simple as the ones we have now.
During the CK time period, between Sicily and Naples there were something like six queens regnant.
There has to be a law that allows for daughters to inherit, whether it's "if you have no living sons" or "eldest child regardless of gender", I don't care.
There has to be a law that allows for daughters to inherit, whether it's "if you have no living sons" or "eldest child regardless of gender", I don't care.
If you look at the Kalmar Union example I provided on the first page, you will find Eric, who was the grandson of the Queen's sister.
Legitimacy was provided by the laws of the Kingdoms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden, not "last names".
Sadly enough, I do not have anywhere near encyclopedic knowledge of medieval European history to give you a sufficient answer. Others whom are more learned would have to answer this question for you - sorry.