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No Quarter to Traitors - Prince Edward (later King Edward I
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No Quarter to Traitors - Prince Edward (later King Edward I
No Quarter to Traitors - Prince Edward (later King Edward I) fighting against Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, at the Battle of Evesham, 4 August 1265, part of the Second Barons War (1264-1267). Date: 1265
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1265 13th Armour Barons Conflict Evesham Leicester Montfort Quarter Shield Simon Traitors
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No Quarter to Traitors: Prince Edward, later King Edward I, leading his troops against Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, at the Battle of Evesham on August 4, 1265, during the Second Barons War (1264-1267). This pivotal moment in British history marked the end of the conflict between the barons and the royal line. Prince Edward, then Prince of Wales, emerged victorious, securing his position as the next monarch. The 13th century image captures the intensity and brutality of medieval warfare. Prince Edward, dressed in full armor, brandishes a sword in one hand and holds a shield in the other. His determined expression and raised visor convey his readiness for battle. On the opposing side, Simon de Montfort, dressed similarly, faces him with a raised mace and shield. The clash of their armies is suggested by the chaotic scene of soldiers and horses in the background. The Second Barons War was a significant period of political instability in medieval England. The conflict arose from the barons' desire to limit the power of the monarchy and establish a system of government based on their own interests. Prince Edward's victory at the Battle of Evesham effectively ended this period of unrest and allowed him to ascend to the throne. This evocative print, created in the 1260s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of conflict, courage, and the struggle for power. The image serves as a reminder of the enduring significance of historical events and the impact they have on shaping the world we know today.
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