The Historian's Notebook
Jonathan Seyfried, a doctoral candidate in History at the University of New Mexico, takes you on a series of journeys into how history is made. The topics in the series will include: gender in the Crown of Aragon in the fourteenth century, sociology of knowledge in the 1947 Roswell Incident, cultural history of domestic cats in the Victorian Era, the economics of Colonial Brazil, and more!
April 4, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant attempted to navigate some kind of snag in the marriage negotiations taking place in Avignon.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e101-apr4
Today's Document:
Subject: marriage negotiations for Yolande of AragonDate: April 4, 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: Latin and CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2056 f96r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Pope and Luchino ScarampiMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by...
April 3, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan intervened in a custody case for an orphan in Valencia.
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Today's Document:
Subject: Joan commands that the heiress Bernardona Vines be brought to the Governor of ValenciaDate: April 3, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1825 f97vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Francesc Vines and Garcia de LorisMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour...
April 2, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan authorized a salary for an official.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e99-apr2
Today's Document:
Subject: a document establishing a salary for an officialDate: April 2, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1945 f1rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Petrus SorridosMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
April 1, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan sent Jaime Pallares back to Barbastro to address the current discord there.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e98-apr1
Today's Document:
Subject: addressing the ongoing discord in BarbastroDate: April 1, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: AragoneseArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f37r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Jaime Pallares and the Prohomens of BarbastroMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths<...
March 31, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan commanded the Governor of Aragon to attend to the discord in Barbastro and do something to remedy the situation.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e97-mar31
Today's Document:
Subject: discord in BarbastroDate: March 31, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: AragoneseArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f38rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Sancho Martinez, Governor of AragonMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by...
March 30, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, demanded that the Bishop of Girona and the Jurats of Girona act to quell the deadly violence being perpetrated by Christians agains Jews in that city.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e96-mar30
Today's Document:
Subject: persistent and severe violence of Christians against JewsDate: March 30, 1387Day of the Week: SaturdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1822 f144r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Bishop and Jurats of GironaMusic Credits
The...
March 29, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant ordered Cresques Bonafos, a Jew of Figueres, to appear in response to a supplication that his wife made to the queen.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e95-mar29
Today's Document:
Subject: process for a wifeās petition to the queen about her husbandDate: March 29, 1387Day of the Week: FridayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1822 f143vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Cresques Bonafos, a Jew of FigueresMusic Credits
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March 28, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant arranged for the properties confiscated from Bernat de FortiĆ to be transferred to Bernat Vilella, an official who worked in the house of the Dauphin Jaume.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e94-mar28
Today's Document:
Subject: tranfer of properties of Boria and Magallon to Bernat VilellaDate: March 28, 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f94rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Mossen Francesc
Music Credits
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March 27, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago,
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e93-mar27
Today's Document:
Subject: Violant sends good tidings to her father and motherDate: March 27, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f4rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Robert de Bar (mutatis mutandis to Marie, Duchess of de Bar)
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 26, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan inquires about obtaining a mappa mundi created by Abraham Cresques.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e92-mar26
Today's Document:
Subject: the Cresques Map and hunting birdsDate: March 26, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1944 f36vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Procurador of Mallorca
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 25, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan issued a credential letter for his official heading to Barbastro.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e91-mar25
Today's Document:
Subject: credential letter for Jaime PallatesDate: March 91, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: AragoneseArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f30r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Prohomens of Barbastro
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 24, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan ordered the Archbishop of Zaragoza to start collecting tithe money so that he can pay soldiers to quell resistance in Sardinia.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e90-mar24
Today's Document:
Subject: urgent need for funds to pay soldiers for quelling resistance in SardiniaDate: March 24, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f29r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Archbishop of Zaragoza and two officials
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March 23, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant referred to earlier documents from Pere the Ceremonious to require officials to give Thomas Soler pension payments.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e89-mar23
Today's Document:
Subject: arrangements for a pension for Thomas Solers, based on earlier documentsDate: March 23, 1387Day of the Week: SaturdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1822 f142vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Thomas Solers and other officials
Music Credits
The music in this episode is...
March 22, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant exchanged pleasantries with the King of France, saying that Joan is convalescing well.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e88-mar22
Today's Document:
Subject: Violant assures the King of France that all is wellDate: March 22, 1387Day of the Week: FridayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f3vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Charles VI, King of France
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental...
March 21, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan granted privileges of becoming a public notary to Raymundo Diebra.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e87-mar21
Today's Document:
Subject: privileges for Raymundo DiebraDate: March 21, 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1890 f5v-6rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Raymundo Diebra
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 20, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan exchanged pleasantries with the King of Navarre and claims that he is all better from his illness.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e86-mar20
Today's Document:
Subject: exchange of pleasantries with the King of NavarreDate: March 20, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f27vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Charles III, King of Navarre
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour...
March 19, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant clarified jurisdictions in Valencia to the governor.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e85-mar19
Today's Document:
Subject: tax collection procedures and differences in jurisdiction for Jewish and Muslim aljamasDate: March 19, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f3rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Mossen Aznar, Governor of Valencia
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 18, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant instructed a bailiff in Sant Marti de Saroca to apprehend a criminal.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e84-mar18
Today's Document:
Subject: instructions to apprehend a criminal named Ferriol FornerDate: March 18, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f93rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Bailiff of Sant Marti de Saroca
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody...
March 17, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan instructed the Roussillon governor to meet Isabella de Mallorca when she arrives to the Salses Fort.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e83-mar17
Today's Document:
Subject: instructions for meeting Isabella de Mallorca at the border crossingDate: March 17, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f26vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Governor of Roussillon
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance...
March 16, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant provided open credential letters, with no addressees, for two treasury officials.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e82-mar16
Today's Document:
Subject: Violant provides credential letters for treasury officialsDate: March 16, 1387Day of the Week: SaturdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f3vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: open credential letters
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 15, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan ordered government officials in Valencia to report to him about their pursuit of a financial criminal.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e81-mar15
Today's Document:
Subject: law enforcement action against financial criminals in ValenciaDate: March 15, 1387Day of the Week: FridayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f27rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Portaveus de Governador de Valencia
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance...
March 14, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant regretted that she and Joan could not grant Juan I of Castileās request for military action against England.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e80-mar14
Today's Document:
Subject: regret for declining Juan Iās request for aid against EnglandDate: March 14, 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: Castilian-Catalan-AragoneseArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2056 f95v-96rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Juan I King of Castile
Music Credits
The music in this...
March 13, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant summoned skilled textile artisans from Mallorca.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e79-mar13
Today's Document:
Subject: Violant summons skilled ābrodadersā from MallorcaDate: March 13, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f92rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: textile artisans of Mallorca
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 12, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan expressed frustration with the Pope that action had not been taken on matters despite four previous requests.
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Today's Document:
Subject: Joan conveys dissatisfaction with the Pope ignoring his four previous requestsDate: March 12, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R f24v-25rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Avignon Pope Clement VII
Music Credits
The music in this episode is...
March 11, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant also castigated the Governor of Aragon.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e77-mar11
Today's Document:
Subject: great displeasure with the governorās refusal to confiscate properties of Bernat de FortiaDate: March 11, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f90v-91rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Sanxo Martinez, Governor of Aragon
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ay...
March 10, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan let loose his anger at the Governor of Aragon.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e76-mar10
Today's Document:
Subject: great displeasure with the governorās refusal to confiscate properties of Bernat de FortiaDate: March 10, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f23v-24rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Sanxo Martinez, Governor of AragonMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance In...
March 9, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, in a dispute over local taxation, Joan ruled in favor of the Muslim communities in Elx and Crivillent.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e75-mar9
Today's Document:
Subject: a favorable decision for the Muslim aljamaDate: March 9, 1387Day of the Week: SaturdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1825 f67rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: Governors of Elx and CrivillentMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance...
March 8, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant recommended to the Pope someone named Petrus for an ecclesiastical role.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e74-mar8
Today's Document:
Subject: recommendation for yet another PetrusDate: March 8, 1387Day of the Week: FridayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1822 f137rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Avignon Pope Clement VIIMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 7, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan and Violant's three year-old son, Jaume, wrote a letter, in Latin, to the Pope.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e73-mar7
Today's Document:
Subject: the three year-old Jaume asks the Pope to change policy on admission to the canonry of GironaDate: March 7, 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f21r-23rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JaumeRecipient: Avignon Pope Clement VIIMusic Credits
The music in...
March 6, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan laid out a long list of demands for his ambassadors to present to the Pope.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e72-mar6
Today's Document:
Subject: Joanās big plans for diplomacy in AvignonDate: March 6, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f17v-21rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipients: the Pope and multiple Cardinals
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance In...
March 5, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant provided her uncle, the Duke of Burgundy, with an upbeat report about Joan's health.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e71-mar5
Today's Document:
Subject: general pleasantries and Joanās healthDate: March 5, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f2rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Duke of BurgundyMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 4, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant told Ramon de Perellos to ignore all previous correspondence and to return to Barcelona immediately.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e70-mar4
Today's Document:
Subject: the recall of Ramon de Perellos from AvignonDate: March 4, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2053 f1vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Ramon de Perellos, Viscount of RodaMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance...
March 3, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant canceled the debt of a draper who owed money to an associate of Bernat de Fortia.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e69-mar3
Today's Document:
Subject: a debt owed to Guillem Piru, an associate of Bernat de FortiĆ Date: March 3, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1822 f134v-135rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Francisco Martina, a draperMusic Credits
The music in this episode i...
March 2, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago,
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e68-mar2
Today's Document:
Subject: Joan summons for the Marquis de VillenaDate: March 2, 1387Day of the Week: SaturdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 ff16vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Alfonso the Elder, the Marquis of Villena
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
March 1, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan authorized an old age pension for a loyal bailiff in Valencia.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e67-mar1
Today's Document:
Subject: an old age pension for a state employeeDate: March 1, 1387Day of the Week: FridayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1972 f33r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Dominico LullMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
February 28, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant composed authorizations for Lucchino Scarampi to carry out negotiations in Avignon for the marriage of her daughter.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/
Today's Document:
Subject: marriage negotiations for Violantās daughter, Yolande of AragonDate: February , 1387Day of the Week: ThursdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R2056 f95r-vLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipients: Avignon Pope Clement VII and assorted ecclesiastical officials
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from Th...
February 27, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant wrote to the Pope about a personnel recommendation for an ecclesiastical post in Urgell.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e65-feb27
Today's Document:
Subject: ecclesiastical vacancy in UrgellDate: February 27, 1387Day of the Week: WednesdayLanguage: LatinArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f89rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Avignon Pope Clement VIIMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
February 26, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant ordered a knight, Sir Berenguer Dolms, to provide protection for a tax collector, Jacme Quinta.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e64-feb26
Today's Document:
Subject: armed muscle to aid in tax collectingDate: February 26, 1387Day of the Week: TuesdayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f89rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Sir Berenguer DolmsMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths<...
February 25, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan asked his procurator in Valencia, Pedro Tolza, to bring justice to those who committed certain financial misdeeds in Valencia.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e63-feb25
Today's Document:
Subject: legal response to financial misdeeds in ValenciaDate: February 25, 1387Day of the Week: MondayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f14v-15rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: JoanRecipient: Pedro Tolza, Procurator of ValenciaMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from...
February 24, 1387
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant informed Brother Guillem de Urges that she and Joan had written to the Pope.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e62-feb24
Today's Document:
Subject: an ecclesiastical posting for a HospitallerDate: February 24, 1387Day of the Week: SundayLanguage: CatalanArchival Reference Number: ACA CR R1819 f88rLink to PARESPlace: BarcelonaSender: ViolantRecipient: Fray Guillem de UrgesMusic Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
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