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The P lantagenets

The P lantagenets. Randin Rande. Edward III (1312 – 1377). Son of Edward II and Isabel la. Was one of the most succesful English kings of the Middle Ages. Was crowned at age 14, in 1330. Founded the order of the Garter. Declared himself rightful heir to the French throne in 1337

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The P lantagenets

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  1. ThePlantagenets Randin Rande

  2. Edward III (1312 – 1377) • Son of Edward II and Isabella. • Was one of the most succesful English kings of the Middle Ages. • Was crowned at age 14, in 1330. • Founded the order of the Garter. • Declared himself rightful heir to the French throne in 1337 • Started the 100 Years War • Biggest win − Battle of Crecy

  3. The Black Prince (1330 – 1376) • Also known as Edward of Woodstock • Died before his father, Edward III • Remembered as a great military hero • Won notable battles with England during the 100 Years War • The first knight of the Garter • Married Joan of Gent (his cousin) • Died at Westminster Palace

  4. The 100 Years’ War (1337 – 1453) • struggle between England and France over succession to the French throne. • The French lawyers recognized Philip VI as king of France. • Edward III declared himself King of France. • The major reason to start the war, was England trading with Burgundy and Gascony. • The teenage girl Joan of Arcleaded the French troops to reclaim their lands. • By 1453, the coast of Calais was the only English possession left in France.

  5. The Order of the Garter • Edward III founded the order in 1348 • the most prestigious honour in England • Motto: „Honi soit qui mal y pense“ (Shamed be he who thinks evil of it) • Edward chose as members of the order 24 knights • They met once a year on St. George’s Day at Windsor Castle

  6. Thank you! • http://www.royal.gov.uk/monarchUK/honours/Orderofthegarter/orderofthegarter.aspx • http://www.royal.gov.uk/historyofthemonarchy/kingsandqueensofengland/theplantagenets/edwardiii.aspx • http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/hundred_years_war.htm • http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/black_prince.shtml • http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/edward_iii_king.shtml

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