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Henry III Was an English king Was the son and successor of

John I Reigned 1216-1272 Was a middling head of state Spent too much Redeemed himself by patronizing

arts Summoned the first parliament

(1265)

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Westminster Abbey Salisbury Cathedral

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Order of the Garter

Officially The Most Noble Order of the Garter

Is an order of chivalry, or knighthood Established in 1348 by Edward III Membership is limited Is dedicated to St. George Motto: Honi soit qui mal y pense Various legends

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100 Years’ War1337 – 1453

Was a series of separate wars Between the House of Anjou and the

House of Plantagenet for the French throne

England’s wealth was in danger The War began well for England All English lands were won back Joan of Arc turned the tide of the war Ultimately the French won, but suffered

greatly from the war


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