House of Plantagenet

Selected sites from UK Directory

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1. Catholic Encyclopedia - Edward III

   Learn about the life of this King of England from this essay that particularly deals with his religious convictions.
   www.newadvent.org

   

2. History of the Monarchy - Edward I (1272-1307)

   Biography examines the sovereign's contribution in strengthening royal power, and details his role in the worsening relations with Scotland.
   www.royal.gov.uk

   

3. History of the Monarchy - Edward II (1307-1327)

   Tells the story of this weak and unsuccessful king, who was eventually overthrown by his wife.
   www.royal.gov.uk

   

4. History of the Monarchy - Edward III (1312-1377)

   Biography on this successful King who created 'the Duchy of Cornwall' (1377), and 'the Order of the Garter' (1348), which is extant today.
   www.royal.gov.uk

   

5. History of the Monarchy - Henry III (1207-1272)

   Biography of this king who ascended the throne as a 9-year-old boy, and whose reign was torn apart by war when he renounced the Provisions of Oxford.
   www.royal.gov.uk

   

6. History of the Monarchy - Richard II (1367-1400)

   Biography on this king, made posthumously famous after his portrayal in Shakespeare's Richard II. He successfully dealt with the Peasants revolt.
   www.royal.gov.uk