Earl of Chester
Noble title held in England
Born
November 24th, 1273
751 years ago
Died
1284
741 years ago — 11 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1273, the Earl of Chester served as a prominent noble in medieval England. The title was linked to significant political power and land ownership in the region. His role included participation in the governance of the kingdom and involvement in military campaigns during a tumultuous period in English history. The Earl stood as a key figure within the feudal system and contributed to the administration of justice and local governance.
Held the title of Earl of Chester
Participated in military campaigns
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