Edward II

noun

1. 1284–1327, king of England 1307–27 (son of Edward I).

Edward II

noun

1. Edward II12841327MEnglishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1284–1327, king of England (1307–27); son of Edward I. He invaded Scotland but was defeated by Robert Bruce at Bannockburn (1314). He was deposed by his wife Isabella and Roger Mortimer; died in prison

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There are some curious features in the church, and amongst the monumental work are effigies of the time of Edward II.

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Many royal visits were paid during the succeeding reigns, and Edward II.

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Among the most memorable of its stormy annals, is its siege by Edward II.

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Even the assize courts were liable to be interfered with, especially in the north, and at the end of the reign of Edward II.

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Dugdale states that there was an inn here in the reign of Edward II.

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