For his bravery he was named Captain of Horse. When the parliamentary forces came close to catching Queen Henrietta Maria Hudson refused to abandon her and rushed to her defence with a sword and pistol. Alas England was soon to be plunged into a civil war and Hudson was the pet of the losing side. Because of his short stature but perfect proportion he was considered one of the “wonders of the age.” The court would roar in laughter when a porter who was over 7 feet tall pulled Hudson from his pocket. He followed the queen across the country as she travelled and entertained her in private. He made his appearance by leaping from a pie, dressed in a miniature and glittering suit of armour. Sir Jeffrey Hudson stood just 18 inches tall when he was presented to Queen Henrietta Maria in 1626 at seven years old. Hunchbacks, the tall, and dwarfs were always welcome additions in a court. One way to win a ruler’s eye and then the position of court jester was to have a physical difference. Top 10 Clowns You Don’t Want To Mess With 10 Jeffrey Hudson Here are ten of histories greatest jesters and their japes. It was also position of unique power because they were allowed to say things that would otherwise have a monarch calling for a headsman. As long as they made the monarch laugh the jester was secure in their position. Often kitted out in distinctive outfits they enjoyed the extravagant luxury that most people could only dream of. Court jesters were powerful figures in the courts of monarchs around the world.
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