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Adela of Normandy

Adela of Normandy (1067-1138) was the Countess of Blois. She was the sister of Duke William of Normandy and the wife of King Henry I of England. Adela played a significant role in the English succession and became the lord of Blois and Melun after her husband's death. more

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“It is disgusting to notice the increase in the quantity of coffee used by my subjects, and the amount of money that goes out of the country as a consequence. Everybody is using coffee; this must be prevented. His Majesty was brought up on beer, and so were both his ancestors and officers. Many battles have been fought and won by soldiers nourished on beer, and the King does not believe that coffee-drinking soldiers can be relied upon to endure hardships in case of another war.”