Matilda was the daughter of Henry I of England and Matilda of Scotland. She was the only legitimate child of Henry I, who died in 1135. Matilda's uncle Stephen of Blois claimed the throne and Matilda's supporters fought for her claim. In 1154, Matilda's son Henry II of England became king.
The Regal Rivalry: Unveiling Empress Matilda's Quest for the English Throne