Charles blamed the poor start to his marriage on this French entourage .
Henrietta Maria had brought a large and expensive retinue with her from France , all Catholic , primarily her principal lady - in - waiting and confidant Madame St. George .
Charles blamed the poor start to his marriage on this France entourage .
Henrietta Maria had brought a large and expensive retinue with her from France , all Catholic , primarily her principal lady - in - waiting and confidant Madame St. George .