Aubrey de Vere
English nobleman and politician
Born
None
None years ago
Died
April 23rd, 1400
625 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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