Historical Events tagged with "England"

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Military & Warfare

Prince Edward's Victory at Evesham

August 4th, 1265 759 years ago

The Battle of Evesham saw the army of Prince Edward defeat the rebellious baronial forces led by Simon de Montfort. Taking place in England, this decisive battle resulted in the death of de Montfort and many of his supporters, effectively ending significant opposition to the monarchy from the barons. The clash was pivotal in solidifying royal authority, as the rebels had been a major challenge to King Henry III’s reign.

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Politics & Government

Richard I marries Berengaria in Cyprus

May 12th, 1191 833 years ago

Richard I of England wed Berengaria of Navarre in Cyprus, where she was crowned Queen consort of England on the same day. This union not only united the two prominent royal houses but also marked a significant moment during the Third Crusade, as Richard was heavily involved in the campaign during this period.

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