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What scholarly initiative is Lady Margaret credited with?

  • Founding Oxford libraries

  • Initiating Cambridge colleges

  • Starting public schools

  • Developing trade schools

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Lady Margaret was instrumental in the establishment and development of two prominent colleges within the University of Cambridge, namely Christ's College and St John's College. Her patronage and financial support played a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape of Cambridge, leaving a lasting legacy on education and intellectual pursuits.
Tracing the Legacy: The Intriguing Life of Lady Margaret Beaufort

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