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King Henry III 1216-1272
The early years of Henry's reign were transitional, the latter years turbulent and the final years tranquil.
henry iii • king henry iii • king edward i • edward i • medieval
The early years of Henry's reign were transitional, the latter years turbulent and the final years tranquil.
henry iii • king henry iii • king edward i • edward i • medieval
Henry III
The years of regency and the first 30 years of Henry III's reign.
poitevin • eleanor of provence • william marshal • henry iii • regency
The years of regency and the first 30 years of Henry III's reign.
poitevin • eleanor of provence • william marshal • henry iii • regency
Historical Fantasy Travel Poll
From Beijing to bordellos, from Henry VIII to Robert E. Lee, we gave our readers a choice of historical locations to visit. Take a look at the choices.
forbidden city • tombstone arizona • civil war • tudor dynasty • holy grail
From Beijing to bordellos, from Henry VIII to Robert E. Lee, we gave our readers a choice of historical locations to visit. Take a look at the choices.
forbidden city • tombstone arizona • civil war • tudor dynasty • holy grail
King of the World
He's the new King of the World. Meet Westminster champion Kirby and learn about the Papillon, the butterfly dog of European courts.
papillon • butterfly dog • phalene • toy spaniel • westminster
He's the new King of the World. Meet Westminster champion Kirby and learn about the Papillon, the butterfly dog of European courts.
papillon • butterfly dog • phalene • toy spaniel • westminster
Simon De Montfort
Simon de Montfort fought to limit a King's misuse of power and reform the government of England; he almost succeeded.
simom de montfort • henry iii • lewes east sussex • evesham • english parliament
Simon de Montfort fought to limit a King's misuse of power and reform the government of England; he almost succeeded.
simom de montfort • henry iii • lewes east sussex • evesham • english parliament
The Battle of Lewes, 14 May 1264
The failure of Henry III, King of England, to properly address the grievances of his nobles led first to dissent and then to war.
battle of lewes • lewes • simon de montfort • henry iii • edward i
The failure of Henry III, King of England, to properly address the grievances of his nobles led first to dissent and then to war.
battle of lewes • lewes • simon de montfort • henry iii • edward i
The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was drawn up by the leading members of the English nobility and was then presented to the very unpopular King John to sign during the summer of 1215.
magna carta • king john • runnymede charter • england • nobles
The Magna Carta was drawn up by the leading members of the English nobility and was then presented to the very unpopular King John to sign during the summer of 1215.
magna carta • king john • runnymede charter • england • nobles
Alexandre Dumas Père Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of French novelist and playwright Alexandre Dumas the elder or père, famous for swashbuckling adventure stories.
alexandre dumas the elder • alexandre dumas biography • dumas the three musketeers • dumas the count of monte cristo • alexandre dumas plays
Brief biography and works of French novelist and playwright Alexandre Dumas the elder or père, famous for swashbuckling adventure stories.
alexandre dumas the elder • alexandre dumas biography • dumas the three musketeers • dumas the count of monte cristo • alexandre dumas plays
Edward I
Edward I was the English king that finally gained control of Wales before attempting to conquer Scotland. He restored royal authority after the reign of his weak father.
edward i • hammer of the scots • conqueror of the welsh • securing the throne and reasserting royal authorit • longshanks invades wales
Edward I was the English king that finally gained control of Wales before attempting to conquer Scotland. He restored royal authority after the reign of his weak father.
edward i • hammer of the scots • conqueror of the welsh • securing the throne and reasserting royal authorit • longshanks invades wales
English Privateers: an Introduction
"Know that we have granted and given license…to [person's name]…to annoy our enemies at sea or by land…so that they shall share with us half of all their gain." With these words, Henry III of England paved the way for the legalization of piracy.
english privateers • privateers • piracy • henry iii • letter of reprisal
"Know that we have granted and given license…to [person's name]…to annoy our enemies at sea or by land…so that they shall share with us half of all their gain." With these words, Henry III of England paved the way for the legalization of piracy.
english privateers • privateers • piracy • henry iii • letter of reprisal
France's Marguerite de Valois
Biography of the daughter to Henry II details how Marguerite de Valois is best known for her court intrigues and open affairs.
margot • marguerite • henry iii • henry iv • charles ix
Biography of the daughter to Henry II details how Marguerite de Valois is best known for her court intrigues and open affairs.
margot • marguerite • henry iii • henry iv • charles ix
The Battle of Evesham, 4 August 1265
In 1264 England was governed by Simon de Montfort. King Henry III was his prisoner but Prince Edward escaped and sought to raise a new royal army.
battle of evesham • eveshm • simon de montfort • henry iii • edward i
In 1264 England was governed by Simon de Montfort. King Henry III was his prisoner but Prince Edward escaped and sought to raise a new royal army.
battle of evesham • eveshm • simon de montfort • henry iii • edward i
The Father of the English Parliament
A summary of the life of Simon de Montfort, also known as the Father of the English Parliament
baron's war • simon de montfort • henry iii • prince edward • earl of leicester
A summary of the life of Simon de Montfort, also known as the Father of the English Parliament
baron's war • simon de montfort • henry iii • prince edward • earl of leicester
The Historic Port of Rye
An ancient town of the Cinque Ports Confederation, Rye in East Sussex has changed very little over hundreds of years.
historic port of rye in sussex • hawkhurst gang of smugglers • medieval landgate of rye • the mermaid inn • ancient port of england
An ancient town of the Cinque Ports Confederation, Rye in East Sussex has changed very little over hundreds of years.
historic port of rye in sussex • hawkhurst gang of smugglers • medieval landgate of rye • the mermaid inn • ancient port of england
The Inauguration of Scotland's Kings
Inauguration ceremonies in Europe in the Middle Ages were heavy with symbolism, promoting the legitimacy of the king and the concept of kingship.
scottish kings • kingship • scotland • robert the bruce • stone of destiny
Inauguration ceremonies in Europe in the Middle Ages were heavy with symbolism, promoting the legitimacy of the king and the concept of kingship.
scottish kings • kingship • scotland • robert the bruce • stone of destiny
The Life of William Marshal
William Marshal rose from trainee knight to become one of the most powerful men in medieval England, serving not one but four kings.
knight • richard the lionheart • henry ii • pembroke • chepstow
William Marshal rose from trainee knight to become one of the most powerful men in medieval England, serving not one but four kings.
knight • richard the lionheart • henry ii • pembroke • chepstow
The Provisions of Oxford
The British Parliament's origins began with the Provisions of Oxford when the barons took control of the government, key appointments and reform of common law.
british parliament-origins • henry iii of england • simon de montfort • parliament • royal council
The British Parliament's origins began with the Provisions of Oxford when the barons took control of the government, key appointments and reform of common law.
british parliament-origins • henry iii of england • simon de montfort • parliament • royal council
Wellington and it's Market
A look at Wellington Market and its history and an update on the foot and mouth outbreak
wellington • market • henry iii • royal charter • leather
A look at Wellington Market and its history and an update on the foot and mouth outbreak
wellington • market • henry iii • royal charter • leather
Historic Royal Palaces – The Tower of London
The Tower of London has dominated the city of London and has served many functions during the past 900 years.
tower of london • william the conqueror • henry vii • richard the lionheart • henry viii
The Tower of London has dominated the city of London and has served many functions during the past 900 years.
tower of london • william the conqueror • henry vii • richard the lionheart • henry viii
Louis IX
King Louis IX, leader of France, led two unsuccessful crusades against the Muslims in the Holy land, but was renowned for his kindness and fair dealings with his people.
king louis ix • king louis ix: a biography • louis ix • king louis and the seventh crusade • the good works of king louis ix
King Louis IX, leader of France, led two unsuccessful crusades against the Muslims in the Holy land, but was renowned for his kindness and fair dealings with his people.
king louis ix • king louis ix: a biography • louis ix • king louis and the seventh crusade • the good works of king louis ix
Sussex and the Invasion of England 1216
An account of the invasion of Prince Louis of France in the year 1216, and how he was eventually defeated thanks to the efforts of a local guerilla leader.
weald • cassingham • william • willikin • king john
An account of the invasion of Prince Louis of France in the year 1216, and how he was eventually defeated thanks to the efforts of a local guerilla leader.
weald • cassingham • william • willikin • king john
The Siege of Hertford Castle 1216
An account of the siege of Hertford Castle, one of the bastions of King John's war against the invading French led by Prince Louis.
hertford • hertfordshire • castle • barons • prince louis
An account of the siege of Hertford Castle, one of the bastions of King John's war against the invading French led by Prince Louis.
hertford • hertfordshire • castle • barons • prince louis
Book Review: A Great and Terrible King
Edward I of England, best known in history as "Longshanks" and the "Hammer of the Scots", led an action-packed life during one of the Middle Ages' most dramatic reigns.
author marc morris • edward i of england • longshanks • hammer of the scots • crusade
Edward I of England, best known in history as "Longshanks" and the "Hammer of the Scots", led an action-packed life during one of the Middle Ages' most dramatic reigns.
author marc morris • edward i of england • longshanks • hammer of the scots • crusade
Castle Keep at Newcastle England
Once part of the Roman defense system in Northumberland England, the Castle Keep warded off invaders for almost 17 centuries.
castle keep newcastle england • wiiliam the conquerer robert curthose monkchester • henry ii stone bailey citizens hid during invasion • henry iii black gate outer stone gateway • roman river tyne pons aelius emperor hadrian
Once part of the Roman defense system in Northumberland England, the Castle Keep warded off invaders for almost 17 centuries.
castle keep newcastle england • wiiliam the conquerer robert curthose monkchester • henry ii stone bailey citizens hid during invasion • henry iii black gate outer stone gateway • roman river tyne pons aelius emperor hadrian
LINEN...SPANNING TIME
When speaking with my five year old niece Rachel the other day, she so innocently asked me what I was doing. I answered her with, "why I'm washing my linen!" She then asked, "Aunt Joan, what is linen?" That's when I decided that the history of linen would be my next article! Thank you Rachel!
linen • linum usitatissimum • france • holland • belgium
When speaking with my five year old niece Rachel the other day, she so innocently asked me what I was doing. I answered her with, "why I'm washing my linen!" She then asked, "Aunt Joan, what is linen?" That's when I decided that the history of linen would be my next article! Thank you Rachel!
linen • linum usitatissimum • france • holland • belgium
The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was originally intended as a peace treaty between the king and his barons, but it became the cornerstone of liberty in the English-speaking world.
english constitution • john of england • runnymede • battle of bouvines • henry iii
The Magna Carta was originally intended as a peace treaty between the king and his barons, but it became the cornerstone of liberty in the English-speaking world.
english constitution • john of england • runnymede • battle of bouvines • henry iii
The Saddest Spot on Earth
Murders, imprisonments, beheadings - there was no shortage of horrors committed in England's Tower of London, and there is no shortage of myths, either. See for yourself what lengths some people would go to for power and wealth.
henry iii • richard iii • king edward iv • sir thomas more • tower of london
Murders, imprisonments, beheadings - there was no shortage of horrors committed in England's Tower of London, and there is no shortage of myths, either. See for yourself what lengths some people would go to for power and wealth.
henry iii • richard iii • king edward iv • sir thomas more • tower of london
The War of the Disinherited, 1266-67
A concise overview of the civil wars that continued to plague England in the 13th century following the death of Simon de Montfort at the Battle of Evesham.
simon de montfort • evesham • henry iii • chesterfield • robert de ferrars
A concise overview of the civil wars that continued to plague England in the 13th century following the death of Simon de Montfort at the Battle of Evesham.
simon de montfort • evesham • henry iii • chesterfield • robert de ferrars
A History and Overview of Caerphilly Castle
This breathtaking 13th century structure, built as a bulwark against invasion, is one of the largest and most scenic in Britain.
british castles • welsh castles • british history • celtic history • gaelic history
This breathtaking 13th century structure, built as a bulwark against invasion, is one of the largest and most scenic in Britain.
british castles • welsh castles • british history • celtic history • gaelic history
An Historical Overview of The Tower of London
The intriguing and sinister history surrounding The Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels are kept, makes it one of London's most captivating tourist attractions.
tower of london • london tourist attractions • crown jewels are kept in tower of london • yeoman warders or beefeaters are custodians of the • history and legend of the tower of london
The intriguing and sinister history surrounding The Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels are kept, makes it one of London's most captivating tourist attractions.
tower of london • london tourist attractions • crown jewels are kept in tower of london • yeoman warders or beefeaters are custodians of the • history and legend of the tower of london
Kinesthetic Measuring Lesson Plan
Students learn the importance of standard measurements with hands-on, kinesthetic activities that put size into perspective.
kinesthetic group measuring lesson plan • multidisciplinary math activity • elementary students learn standard measurements • children's books that introduce measurement • graph group results
Students learn the importance of standard measurements with hands-on, kinesthetic activities that put size into perspective.
kinesthetic group measuring lesson plan • multidisciplinary math activity • elementary students learn standard measurements • children's books that introduce measurement • graph group results
The First Plantagenets
The early Plantagenet kings, of French origin imposed themselves fully on England and oversaw huge advances in reform and to a lesser extent, military conquest.
plantagenet dynasty • plantagenet kings • king henry the second • king richard the first • king richard lionheart
The early Plantagenet kings, of French origin imposed themselves fully on England and oversaw huge advances in reform and to a lesser extent, military conquest.
plantagenet dynasty • plantagenet kings • king henry the second • king richard the first • king richard lionheart
Hailes Abbey, Gloucestershire
Hailes Abbey, once a major centre of pilgrimage, is now a romantic ruin. It sits in the shadow of the Cotswolds and is popular with tourists visiting the region.
hailes abbey • cistercian abbey • cistercian monastery • abbey ruins • historic site
Hailes Abbey, once a major centre of pilgrimage, is now a romantic ruin. It sits in the shadow of the Cotswolds and is popular with tourists visiting the region.
hailes abbey • cistercian abbey • cistercian monastery • abbey ruins • historic site
The English Conquest Of Wales
In 1277, The English King Edward I "Longshanks" began his military campaign against the Princes of Wales. He changed the landscape--and was introduced to the longbow.
edward i • wales • conquest • llewelyn ap gruffyd • rebellion
In 1277, The English King Edward I "Longshanks" began his military campaign against the Princes of Wales. He changed the landscape--and was introduced to the longbow.
edward i • wales • conquest • llewelyn ap gruffyd • rebellion
Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085)
<p>Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085) set the papacy on a course that his predecessors would have thought unthinkable, and his successors saw as inevitable. This article is a brief biographical sketch of his life and influence.</p>
pope • papacy • papal history • gregory • hildebrand
<p>Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085) set the papacy on a course that his predecessors would have thought unthinkable, and his successors saw as inevitable. This article is a brief biographical sketch of his life and influence.</p>
pope • papacy • papal history • gregory • hildebrand
Goodrich Castle
Goodrich Castle was built over a number of centuries. During the English Civil War, it was destroyed in one night by Roaring Meg.
goodrich castle • roaring meg • godric marplestone • william de valence • de valence
Goodrich Castle was built over a number of centuries. During the English Civil War, it was destroyed in one night by Roaring Meg.
goodrich castle • roaring meg • godric marplestone • william de valence • de valence
Historical Meaning of Mother's Day
Mother's Day: from pagan worship of Mother Earth, Christian devotion of the Virgin Mary and "Mother Church", celebration of our earthly mothers, to commercial holiday.
history origin mother’s day • celebration us anna jarvis julia ward howe • ancient greece mother rhea rheia cybele gaia gaea • roman hilaria • simmel cakes
Mother's Day: from pagan worship of Mother Earth, Christian devotion of the Virgin Mary and "Mother Church", celebration of our earthly mothers, to commercial holiday.
history origin mother’s day • celebration us anna jarvis julia ward howe • ancient greece mother rhea rheia cybele gaia gaea • roman hilaria • simmel cakes
Pilgrimage the True Cross and an English Village
A quiet village in rural England, a struggling community of monks, and then their small Priory becomes a place of pilgrimage. The reason? A piece of the True Cross.
true cross • the relic • relics • pilgrimage • christ
A quiet village in rural England, a struggling community of monks, and then their small Priory becomes a place of pilgrimage. The reason? A piece of the True Cross.
true cross • the relic • relics • pilgrimage • christ
Sarah Palin's Ancestry: Solid New England
Sarah Palin is upper echelon when it comes to descent from the nation's colonial era founding families in New England.
sarah palin's new england ancestry • mayflower lineage for vice presidential candidate • sarah palin's mayflower ancestry • sarah palin descends from founding families • plymouth colony families
Sarah Palin is upper echelon when it comes to descent from the nation's colonial era founding families in New England.
sarah palin's new england ancestry • mayflower lineage for vice presidential candidate • sarah palin's mayflower ancestry • sarah palin descends from founding families • plymouth colony families
The Death of King Alexander III
In 1290, King Edward I came up with a plan to peacefully create a Union between Scotland and England.
king alexander iii • margaret • the maid of norway • edward i • death
In 1290, King Edward I came up with a plan to peacefully create a Union between Scotland and England.
king alexander iii • margaret • the maid of norway • edward i • death
10 Things to do in York
The Romans, Vikings and Normans all settled in York and shaped its character. Today, visitors find a vibrant city, with a living history.
york • things to do in york • york days out • visit york • york tourist information
The Romans, Vikings and Normans all settled in York and shaped its character. Today, visitors find a vibrant city, with a living history.
york • things to do in york • york days out • visit york • york tourist information
17th Century- The Golden Age of Lace
Lacemaking in the 17th century - the golden age!
lacemaking • 17th century • collars • bobbin lace • needlelace
Lacemaking in the 17th century - the golden age!
lacemaking • 17th century • collars • bobbin lace • needlelace
Alexandre Dumas (1802 –1870)
One of the most celebrated French authors in the world, Dumas produced many tales of adventure, including the famous 'Three Musketeers'.
alexandre dumas writer • alexandre dumas playright • french historical novelist • the three musketeers • dumas personal life
One of the most celebrated French authors in the world, Dumas produced many tales of adventure, including the famous 'Three Musketeers'.
alexandre dumas writer • alexandre dumas playright • french historical novelist • the three musketeers • dumas personal life
Edward I and the Ring of Iron
The medieval castles built by King Edward I in the thirteenth century, were part of the most intensive defense campaign in Europe during the whole of the Middle Ages.
edward i and the welsh wars of independence • the iron ring • a chain of castles across north wales • king edward i castle building program • medieval castles edward i
The medieval castles built by King Edward I in the thirteenth century, were part of the most intensive defense campaign in Europe during the whole of the Middle Ages.
edward i and the welsh wars of independence • the iron ring • a chain of castles across north wales • king edward i castle building program • medieval castles edward i
Eleanor of Castile
Eleanor of Castile saved the life of one of England's greatest warrior kings, bore him more than twelve children and was one of the first female landowners.
eleanor of castile • queen eleanor of castile • edward 1 • king edward 1 • infanta of castile
Eleanor of Castile saved the life of one of England's greatest warrior kings, bore him more than twelve children and was one of the first female landowners.
eleanor of castile • queen eleanor of castile • edward 1 • king edward 1 • infanta of castile
English Castles 1200 – 1300 by Christopher Grave
A look at the design and development of English castles in the thirteenth century, and how these fortifications were used in both wartime and during periods of peace.
english castles 1200 – 1300 by christopher gravett • book review of new book on england’s most famous f • new book on castles from osprey publishing • books about medieval castles • the design of english castles in the thirteenth ce
A look at the design and development of English castles in the thirteenth century, and how these fortifications were used in both wartime and during periods of peace.
english castles 1200 – 1300 by christopher gravett • book review of new book on england’s most famous f • new book on castles from osprey publishing • books about medieval castles • the design of english castles in the thirteenth ce
King John of England (1166 – 1216)
King John is known as the nemesis of Robin Hood and for his conflicts and vices. However, his involvement in the Magna Carta paved the way for modern democracy.
king john of england • king john and robin hood • king john and the magna carta • king johns personal life • king johns rule
King John is known as the nemesis of Robin Hood and for his conflicts and vices. However, his involvement in the Magna Carta paved the way for modern democracy.
king john of england • king john and robin hood • king john and the magna carta • king johns personal life • king johns rule
Pevensey Castle, East Sussex
For over 1,700 years Pevensey Castle has played an important role in defending the Sussex coast from invasion.
castles • pevensey • medieval castle • roman • roman army
For over 1,700 years Pevensey Castle has played an important role in defending the Sussex coast from invasion.
castles • pevensey • medieval castle • roman • roman army
Privateers of Elizabethan England
Pirates weren't the only terrors on the high seas of the Caribbean - privateers had their own plundering to do.
privateer • francis drake • elizabeth i • letter of marque • spanish armada
Pirates weren't the only terrors on the high seas of the Caribbean - privateers had their own plundering to do.
privateer • francis drake • elizabeth i • letter of marque • spanish armada
Robin Hood, Outlaw and Myth
Robin Hood is one of the great figures of British folklore . Did such a man ever live, the most famous outlaw of medieval England. Or was he a myth of a pagan past
robin hood outlaw • robin hood legend and myth • british folklore • medieval england • sherwood forest
Robin Hood is one of the great figures of British folklore . Did such a man ever live, the most famous outlaw of medieval England. Or was he a myth of a pagan past
robin hood outlaw • robin hood legend and myth • british folklore • medieval england • sherwood forest
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