Aubrey de Vere

English nobleman and politician

Aubrey de Vere - English nobleman and politician
Born

None
None years ago

Died

April 23rd, 1400
624 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as the 10th Earl of Oxford, holding a significant position in 14th-century English politics. Actively participated in the English court and local governance. Engaged in military campaigns and was involved in the dynamics of noble power during a tumultuous period in English history. Contributed to the political landscape of the time.

Held the title of 10th Earl of Oxford

Participated in the politics of the English court

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