Overview of England's King Henry V Aug 11, 2008
Warfare with France characterized Henry s short reign as he sought to take back lost territory in Aquitaine and Normandy and reopen the claim to the French crown Edward III had made almost eighty years before. Conquest abroad and the accompanying opportunities for plunder and ransom served to unite the usually factious nobility, and most of the landowning classes of England followed Henry across to France for his first invasion of 1415. (Suite101.com)
The Order of Bath Jun 26, 2008
Founded by Edward III sometime between 1344-48 as part of the ongoing. hundred years war, the Order of the Garter was a military fraternity. (Suite101.com)
Kate Middleton's glee as Prince William becomes a Knight of the Garter Jun 18, 2008
The Order of the Garter, established by Edward III in 1348, is in the Queen's personal gifts, without advice from government ministers. Share this story. (Telegraph.co.uk)
William made Knight of the Garter Jun 17, 2008
The Order of the Garter - established by Edward III in 1348 - honours those who have contributed to national life or served the Queen. William becomes a Royal Knight Companion, which recognises his seniority within the Royal Family. (BBC News)
Prince William: 1,000th Knight Of The Garter Jun 16, 2008
England's oldest order is called the Garter because of the blue velvet garter, adorned with the words HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, which Edward III is supposed to have said when establishing the order ... This is ironic considering it is named after the last battle against the French and the Garter was established by Edward III at the onset of the Hundred Years War with France in 1348 ... He is not here for merit but to serve probation as heir to the first knight, the Black Prince, who was given... (Sky News)
The Later Plantagenets May 25, 2008
Edward III (1327-1377) ... The grandson of Edward III, Richard came to the throne as a minor as his father, the famous Black Prince had died in 1376. (Suite101.com)
Andrew Martin (left), 14; Travis Hines, 15; and T.J. Calkins, 15; look at a walking robot while a another robot takes a path along a white line. Students in the engineering technology classes learn how to build bridges, towers, work with magnetic levitation and apply roller coaster physics. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter May 4, 2008
For the Trebuchet project, the students are told they are working as weapon-systems engineers for King Edward III, in 14th century France. The students design a small-scale version of a Trebuchet (petrariae literally, stone hurler). (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Celebration of Celts brings jousting, clan histories to life May 4, 2008
Mann said he liked the 14th Century because it was a very rich period in English history - the 100 Years' War; Edward III trying to claim title to France, waging the successful battles of Cressy and Poitiers; Henry V and the Battle of Agincourt. It was at this time, he said, that the strategy was developed of using archers and knights alongside each other, for mutual support. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Royal Knight: William Honoured By The Queen Apr 23, 2008
To mark St George's Day, the Queen has made her senior grandson, Prince William, the 1,000th Knight of the Garter in the 660th anniversary of Britain's oldest order of chivalry, which was founded in 1348 by King Edward III. ... The first Knight of the Garter was the Black Prince, who was Edward III's eldest son ... However, historians compiling this list have overlooked the founder, Edward III, who was the uncounted knight, making William the 1000th. (Sky News)
Molly Shugrue, 26; lived on own terms despite illness Mar 24, 2008
In addition to her mother, Ms. Shugrue leaves her father, Edward of Duxbury; three sisters, Rosamond of West Tisbury, Hillary of Los Angeles, and Whitney Shugrue Hermann of Arlington Heights; and a brother, Edward III of New York City. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Josiah Quincy Elementary School in Chinatown. (Boston Globe)
Who is the Usher of the Black Rod? Mar 10, 2008
The position of Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod dates to 1348 in England under the reign of King Edward III. The king founded the Most Noble Order of the Garter, a group of 25 knights, and as the group moved from room to room, they were led by an usher carrying a black rod. In Canada, there has been an Usher of the Black Rod since 1791 -- in the Legislative Council of Lower Canada -- making it the third-oldest continually held state office in Canada. (Canada.com)
The Plague Tales is two for your money Nov 23, 2007
In alternating chapters, we follow physician Alejandro Canches from a disastrous attempt at "medical research" to his appointment as physician to the court of Edward III, all the while surreptitiously becoming the guardian of a cure used to keep the court alive. As the worlds of both Janie and Alejandro begin to unravel with the release of the Black Death, so does Benson weave them closer and closer with each chapter until the two wrap together in a fiery meeting between past mistakes and... (Florida Times-Union)
Man dies in accident while filming jousting scene for 'Time Team' Oct 23, 2007
The accident took place on 13 September , during filming for a Time Team special episode chronicling the life of Edward III and his Round Table at Windsor. The episode will be broadcast next year with a dedication to the victim, though it will not feature the re-enactment. (Independent)
MMR overdoses given to 93 pupils Sep 6, 2007
Ninety-three children at the Holyhead School in Handsworth, Aston Manor School and King Edward III School, both in Aston, were affected. They were given the vaccination against measles, mumps and rubella after receiving the recommended two doses. (BBC News)
Dr. Edward Brandt, 74; pushed federal AIDS response and tamper-proof packaging Sep 5, 2007
Brandt is survived by his wife of 54 years, the former Patricia Lawson; three sons, Patrick J. and Edward III of Dallas and Rex C. of Clinton, Iowa; his father, Edward Sr. and stepmother Patricia; a sister, Jennifer Wessel of Dallas; a brother, Carlin, of Austin, Texas; and seven grandchildren. thomas. (Los Angeles Times)
Ancestry of George Washington Jun 28, 2007
If you continue back for a few more hundred years, you will find the connection between George Washington and the British monarchy, specifically as a descendant of King Edward III. And if you are interested in other , I have more information on such research. And as a personal note, I am also related to King Edward III (he is my first cousin, ) which makes George Washington a member of my own family tree. (Suite101.com)
Obituaries -- June 6, 2007 Jun 14, 2007
He was the grandfather of nine, Shannon and her husband Lucas, Douglas, Kimberly, Sarah, Danielle, Stephanie, Edward III, Marie and John. He also is survived by his sister, Dorothy Ostman and her husband Eric of Monroe, and several nieces and nephews. (Huntington Herald, CT)
News from MSU Media Relations--April 27 Apr 27, 2007
He is the son of Edward III and Patti Wesela and intends to major in kinesiology on the Starkville campus. Related Stories. (GenesPage.com)
Theater Minis Mar 29, 2007
Edward III Washington Shakespeare Company. The story of Edward III and his son, the Black Prince, who led England during the Hundred Years War against France. (Washington Times, DC)
Apollo 1 crew remembered Jan 29, 2007
Chaffee's widow, Martha, and White's son, Edward III, along with NASA associate administrator Bill Gerstenmaier, laid a wreath at the base of the Space Mirror Memorial, a tall granite-finished wall engraved with the names of the Apollo 1, Challenger and Columbia astronauts and seven other astronauts killed in accidents. Chaffee, 69, remembered feeding her two children hot dogs for dinner that night in 1967 and knowing something was wrong when astronaut Michael Collins showed up at her home to... (USA Today -- Tech)
Making impossible possible Jan 28, 2007
"Young was among more than 100 people who gathered in front of the Space Mirror Memorial at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the first tragedy to befall the nation's space program.Chaffee's widow, Martha, and White's son, Edward III, laid a wreath at the base of the memorial with NASA space operations chief Bill Gerstenmaier."We recognize the huge personal sacrifice that each of you have made for the success of our space program," Stephen Feldman,... (Florida Today)
Ceremony pays tribute to Apollo 1 victims Jan 28, 2007
Chaffees widow, Martha, and Whites son, Edward III, along with NASA associate administrator Bill Gerstenmaier, laid a wreath at the base of the Space Mirror Memorial, a tall granite-finished wall engraved with the names of the Apollo 1, Challenger and Columbia astronauts and seven other astronauts killed in accidents. Hot dogs. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Astronauts Honored Jan 28, 2007
" The memorial service at the Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex marked the start of a solemn week for NASA - today is the 21st anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger accident, and Thursday makes four years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. Chaffee's widow, Martha, and White's son, Edward III, along with NASA Associate Administrator Bill Gerstenmaier, laid a wreath at the base of the Space Mirror Memorial, a tall granite-finished wall engraved with the names of the Apollo 1,... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Serving as principal is serious business for third grader Nov 4, 2006
Saturday 4 November, 2006. One of the fondest dreams of every student is to take over the school. (Tecumseh Herald, MI)
Mildred and Edward Kellerman Nov 2, 2006
They are loving parents to their three children, Suzanne, Karen and Edward III, and their spouses, Paul, David and Kathleen. They have 11 grandchildren ranging in age from nine to 30. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Prince Charles quizzed on tax evasion... Oct 25, 2006
The Duchy, which has been dubbed the Prince s cash cow, was established in 1337 by Edward III to provide income for his eldest son, the Black Prince. Charles 14 million plus income dwarfs the salaries given to bosses of some of Britain s biggest companies. (The Drudge Report)
Charles resists call for scrutiny of tax-free privileges Oct 25, 2006
The Duchy of Cornwall, established in 1337 by Edward III, comprises 56,229 hectares (139,000 acres), of which half are in Devon. It funds Prince Charles and his family, mainly from rents and dividends. (Guardian Unlimited)
Life and death on the air Oct 6, 2006
The alternative was to invoke a British treason law enacted by Edward III in 1351 to cover his military campaign in France, which the legal authorities claimed still applied in NSW.. Reluctantly, the NSW government bowed to the pressure and charged Cousens with treason. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
King Arthur link unearthed at castle Aug 29, 2006
The circular structure was built by Edward III in the 14th century to house the round table intended to seat the original 300 Knights of the Garter. Archaeological proof of the 61-metre-diameter building was uncovered by members of the Channel 4 program Time Team, which is screened in Australia on the ABC on Tuesdays. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Archaeologists dig royal grounds Aug 26, 2006
Experts also hope to unearth the remains of an Edward III building at Windsor Castle, and trace the story of Mary Queen of Scots at Holyroodhouse. The programme's presenter Tony Robinson said the Queen wanted to know what lies beneath the grounds she has walked in since she was a child. (BBC News)
Time Team digging for royal secrets Aug 26, 2006
At Windsor the team are hoping to dig up remains of the Round Table building, where Edward III attempted to create King Arthur's mythical court of Camelot. Meanwhile in Edinburgh the team are hoping to search for Mary Queen of Scots' real tennis court. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
How Britain bypassed history Aug 24, 2006
By this I do not just mean red telephone boxes and Worcestershire sauce, but the change ringing of church bells (the bells in Christchurch Minster date from the reign of Edward III), church brasses, choir schools, the collections of great country houses and ancient trees. We have more church brasses, ancient trees and furnished country houses that our European neighbours because we have not been successfully invaded by marauding armies, who tended to destroy such things, since 1066. (TimesOnline)
TV 'diggers' given access to royal premises Aug 19, 2006
Live broadcasts will track the hunt for Mary Queen of Scots' tennis court and bath house at Holyrood, and the foundations of a medieval banqueting hall at Windsor Castle, where Edward III attempted to recreate Arthur's Round Table. Buckingham Palace has the largest private garden in London. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Fort sends 19 soldiers into retirement, many planning to live in local area Jul 30, 2006
He and his wife, Darlene, have three children, Edward III, Yolanda and Tanisha. They will reside in Sierra Vista. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Professor Sir Peter Russell - secret service agent Jul 14, 2006
In 1955 Russell published his first major work, The English Intervention in Spain and Portugal in the Time of Edward III and Richard II, an exquisitely crafted account of the political and dynastic upheavals which beset the peninsula in the late 14th century. In 1946 he had been elected a Fellow of Queen s and appointed a university lecturer in Spanish, to be followed in 1953 by accession to the King Alfonso XIII Chair of Spanish Studies. (TimesOnline)
Britain's Lord Speaker a lady Jul 5, 2006
The Woolsack dates from the 14th century reign of King Edward III, when sacks of wool were placed in the chamber as a reminder of the source of national wealth. The innovation is one facet of Mr. Blair's unfinished modernization project of the upper house, which previously had been comprised of hereditary peers and peers appointed for life by consecutive governments. (Globe and Mail)
Does your family have royal roots? Jul 3, 2006
Take King Edward III, who ruled England during the 14th century and had nine children who survived to adulthood ... Some experts estimate that 80 percent of Englands present population descends from Edward III. ... The next year the beleaguered king produced the son who became Edward III.. (MSNBC -- Health)
Medieval florin is most expensive British coin ever sold Jun 30, 2006
The Edward III double florin, known as a double leopard and with a face value of six shillings, was circulated from December 1343 until July 1344 ... Edward III double florin Full length portrait of king King is seated on throne Holding a sword and sceptre Crowned leopards' heads on each side Decorated with fleur de lis Reverse shows small leopards. (BBC News -- UK)
Wig's out, cushy seat's still in for House of Lords Jun 29, 2006
The Woolsack -- the Lord Speaker's seat in the chamber -- dates from the 14th century reign of King Edward III, when sacks of wool were placed in the chamber as a reminder of the source of national wealth. The Lord Speaker will wear a gown while presiding -- but he will not be sporting a wig. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Princes To Get New Honour From Queen Full Story Jun 19, 2006
The Order of the Garter, established by Edward III in 1348, is the Queen's personal gift, without advice from government ministers. Knights of the Garter are chosen to honour those who have held public office, who have contributed to national life or who have served the monarch personally. (Sky News)
Olde English Faire scheduled at Jubilee College Jun 4, 2006
The Order recreates the daily activities, military equipment, clothing, food and camps of military archers who served under Edward III, King of England from 1330 to 1390. They will hold qualifying archery competitions daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., with the finals at 4 p.m.. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
What's your view on St George Cross flag ban? Jun 2, 2006
The Sun Online - News: England expects flags. We say Up Yours - and fly the flag. (The Sun Newspaper Online, UK -- News)
A Dinner Party for Your Ears: Apr 29, 2006
Last week's episode (which you can find ) was nominally about conquerors and included biographers of Douglas MacArthur, Edward III, and Isaac Newton (I believe the justification for including him was that he conquered physics or ignorance or some such), plus the curator of a British National Gallery exhibit on Gentile Bellini, a Western painter who went to work for Sultan Mehmed II of Constantinople. about legends (Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles, Maximilien Robespierre) is an equally marvelous 45... (Slate)
- David McKie: England's patron saint was a greedy fraudster Apr 27, 2006
The blame for his elevation is commonly thought to attach to Edward III, who selected him when he founded the Order of the Garter in or around 1348. A writer to Saturday's Daily Telegraph demanded that George should be sacked and replaced by Edward the Confessor, the incumbent saint before George usurped him. (Guardian Unlimited)
Songs of praise for Queen Apr 23, 2006
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Royal recipe for 100 birthday parties Apr 20, 2006
Eight decades later and contrary to what David Cameron said in his Commons tribute yesterday, she is the fourth-longest reigning monarch in our history and has been since June 2002, when she surpassed the 50-year tenure of Edward III. Pedants prefer to put her in fifth place, as they like to count James VI s 36 years on the Scottish throne before he was lured south in 1603 for a further 22 years as James I.. Her lunch companions were chosen by ballot to ensure a fair representation of every part... (Times Online)
- Ian Mortimer Mar 9, 2006
We might not like to admit it, but the roots of our sense of nationhood go back to the victorious wars fought by Edward III ... The king who really defined the English nation was Edward III. His long wars - fought from 1333 to 1356 in Scotland, and from 1337 to 1360 in France - transformed England ... Side-effects of Edward III's nationalism have lasted to this day. (Guardian Unlimited)
Body Glorious Jan 29, 2006
As an example, Hoisington refers to the tall sculpture of Jean de Fiennes, one of six subjects in the monument "Burghers of Calais." At age 44, Rodin received the commission to honor the six citizens of Calais who volunteered their lives during the 1347 siege by the English King Edward III. They hoped their sacrifice would end the siege of the city. (Their lives were spared by the king, and the siege was lifted. (CTNow.com)
