Why was Eleanor's marriage to Louis annulled?
Due to consanguinity within the fourth degree
Because they didn't have any sons
Due to political disagreements
Because of infidelity
Answer
The marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Louis VII was annulled because of consanguinity within the fourth degree. This means that the two were too closely related to be married. They were both descended from Charlemagne, and their marriage was considered to be incestuous. As a result, the marriage was annulled in 1152.
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