Reginald Grey

Welsh soldier and 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn

Reginald Grey - Welsh soldier and 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn
Born

1362
663 years ago

Died

September 30th, 1440
585 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Wales

Links & References

Served as a soldier and politician during the late medieval period. Participated in military campaigns in England and Wales. Held the title of 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn, a hereditary title in the Peerage of England. Engaged in various political and military affairs, contributing to the governance of Wales during a tumultuous era.

Served in military campaigns in Wales

Held the title of 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn

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