Historical Events tagged with "henryiii"
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Henry III Captured at Battle of Lewes
The Battle of Lewes was a significant conflict during the Second Barons' War, where King Henry III of England was captured by the forces led by Simon de Montfort. The battle took place in West Sussex, England, and marked a turning point in the struggle between the monarchy and a coalition of rebellious barons. Following his capture, King Henry III was coerced into signing the Mise of Lewes, which effectively transferred power to de Montfort, allowing him to govern England with increased authority.
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Kings Louis IX of France and Henry III of England reached an agreement in which Henry renounced his claims to multiple territories in continental France, including Normandy. In exchange, Louis promised to withdraw his support for English rebels, solidifying a temporary peace and stabilizing relations between the two kingdoms. This treaty aimed to resolve ongoing conflicts and disputes over territorial claims that had persisted for years.
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