John de Warenne
7th Earl of Surrey, English magnate
Born
June 30th, 1286
738 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1304
720 years ago — 18 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1286, served as the 7th Earl of Surrey during the medieval period in England. Held significant lands and was influential in the politics of the time. Participated in military campaigns, including the First War of Scottish Independence, and was a member of the English nobility. Married to a daughter of King Edward I, which strengthened dynastic ties. At times, was involved in disputes over land and loyalty during the turbulent political landscape of late 13th and early 14th centuries.
Served as the 7th Earl of Surrey
Fought in the First War of Scottish Independence
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