Joan of Kent was a noblewoman in 14th-century England, born around 1328. She was the daughter of Edmund of Woodstock, the Earl of Kent, and Margaret Wake. Joan is best known for her marriages, particularly to Edward, the Black Prince, the son of King Edward III. This union strengthened ties between the royal families. Joan was also a significant figure in the Hundred Years' War due to her lineage. She was the mother of Richard II, who became king at a young age. Joan's life was marked by her loyalty to her family and her role in the English monarchy during a turbulent period.