Simon de Montfort
French politician, Lord High Steward
Born
1160
865 years ago
Died
June 25th, 1218
807 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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5th Earl of Leicester, held significant political power in England during the early 13th century. Led the baronial revolt against King Henry III, challenging the king's authority and demanding reforms. Instrumental in the development of the English Parliament, organizing the first elected body that included commoners, called the Parliament of 1265. His leadership and reforms laid foundations for future parliamentary democracy.
Leadership during the baronial revolt
Organizing the Parliament of 1265
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