Bartholomew de Badlesmere
English soldier and politician
Born
1275
750 years ago
Died
April 14th, 1322
703 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as the 1st Baron Badlesmere and held the position of Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. Participated in the political and military affairs during the late medieval period in England. Engaged in conflicts associated with the ongoing struggles of baronic power during the reign of Edward II. Actively involved in various military campaigns.
Held the title of 1st Baron Badlesmere
Served as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports
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