jun 15, 1330 - Edward the Black Prince

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Edward of Woodstock, known to history as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England. He died before his father and so his son, Richard II, succeeded to the throne instead. Edward nevertheless earned distinction as one of the most successful English commanders during the Hundred Years' War, being regarded by his English contemporaries as a model of chivalry and one of the greatest knights of his age.

Born: 15 June 1330, Woodstock Palace, Oxfordshire, England
Died: 8 June 1376 (aged 45)
Westminster Palace, London, England
Burial: 29 September 1376, Canterbury Cathedral, Kent

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