Edward III, 14th century King of England, (18th century). Artist: George Vertue

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Edward III, 14th century King of England, (18th century). Edward (1312-1377) was one of the most successful English kings of medieval times. His fifty-year reign began when his father, Edward II of England, was deposed on 25 January 1327, and lasted until 1377. In 1337 he declared himself the rightful heir to the throne of France, beginning the Hundred Years War. After an ancient painting in Windsor castle.

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