Edward I

noun

1. Edward Longshanks, 1239–1307, king of England 1272–1307 (son of Henry III).

Edward I

noun

1. Edward I12391307MEnglishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1239–1307, king of England (1272–1307); son of Henry III. He conquered Wales (1284) but failed to subdue Scotland

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Elected mayor on the strength of an anticrime platform, Edward I. Koch had just taken office.

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Here Edward I. met a large gathering of clergy and laity, and demanded half their possessions.

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Edward I. of England had made it the chief object of his policy to strengthen and consolidate his power within the island.

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Edward I. won a great victory at Falkirk, but he never was able to subdue Scotland.

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It had much shipping, and in the time of Edward I. sent members to Parliament.

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It will appear that the committee overlooked not a few important records, both in the reign of Edward I. and that of his son.

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