Edward was crowned at age fourteen after his father was deposed by his mother, Isabella of France, and her lover, Roger Mortimer. At the age of seventeen, he led a successful coup d'état against …

Nov 9, 2025 · Edward III was the king of England from 1327 to 1377, who led England into the Hundred Years’ War with France. The descendants of his seven sons and five daughters contested the throne …

Succeeding his father Edward II of England (r. 1307-1327) following his enforced abdication and then murder, Edward III would take revenge on his father's enemies, who included the young king's own …

EDWARD III, "of Windsor," King of England, eldest son of Edward II and Isabella of France, was born at Windsor on the 13th of November 1312. In 1320 he was made Earl of Chester, and in 1325 Duke of …

In July 1346, Edward landed in Normandy, accompanied by his son Edward, the Black Prince. His decisive victory at Crécy in August scattered the French army.

Discover King Edward III of England, who ruled from 1327 to 1377. Learn about his military successes, including the Hundred Years’ War, and his influence on medieval English governance and society.

Edward III (November 13, 1312 – June 21, 1377) was one of the most successful English monarchs of the Middle Ages. Restoring royal authority after the disastrous reign of his father, Edward II, he went …

At 17, he took control of the government from his mother Isabella and her partner Roger Mortimer—after which began to rule on his own. Edward led campaigns in Scotland and France. He claimed the …

Nov 26, 2025 · United Kingdom - Edward III, Monarchy, Reformation: Edward III achieved personal power when he overthrew his mother’s and Mortimer’s dominance in 1330 at the age of 17. Their …

Edward made England the strongest military power during his reign. Edward was crowned when he was fourteen years old, after his father was forced to abdicate. After his victory against Scotland, he …