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Edward the Black Prince dies

Edward the Black Prince heir of the english throne, known for heir of the english throne, died on 1376-06-08.

Edward the Black Prince heir of the english throne, known for heir of the english throne, died on 1376-06-08. Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330 – 8 June 1376), known as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England. He died before his father, and so his son Richard II succeeded to the throne instead.

Historical Significance

Edward the Black Prince is Heir of the English throne.

Key People

Edward the Black Prince

Heir of the English throne

Heir of the English throne

Events Before

  1. English Prince John of Gaunt marries Constance of Castile (17), heir of Peter of Castile and Leon

    John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, was an English prince, military leader and statesman. He was the fourth son of King Edward III, and the father of King Henry IV.

  2. King Robert II of Scotland (1371-90) becomes the first monarch of the House of Stewart

    King Robert II of Scotland (1371-90) becomes the first monarch of the House of Stewart

  3. Anglo-Portuguese Treaty of Perpetual Alliance (world's oldest still in existence) is signed in London between King Edwar

    Anglo-Portuguese Treaty of Perpetual Alliance (world's oldest still in existence) is signed in London between King Edward III of England and King Ferdinand I of Portugal [1]

  4. BC Solar eclipse (2m 07s) seen at Ugarit by Mesopotamian astronomers "On the day of the new moon, in the month of Hiyar,

    BC Solar eclipse (2m 07s) seen at Ugarit by Mesopotamian astronomers "On the day of the new moon, in the month of Hiyar, the Sun was put to shame, and went down in the daytime, with Mars in attendance."

  5. West Frisian seawall breaks, flooding the northern Netherlands

    West Frisian seawall breaks, flooding the northern Netherlands

Events After

  1. Pope Gregory XI moves the Papacy back to Rome from Avignon

    Pope Gregory XI (Latin: Gregorius XI; born Pierre Roger de Beaufort; c. 1329 – 27 March 1378) was head of the Catholic Church from 30 December 1370 to his death, in March 1378.

  2. Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the co

    Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the command of Robert, Cardinal of Geneva, acting as the legate of Pope Gregory XI

  3. Pope Gregory XI issues five papal bulls to denounce the doctrines of English theologian John Wycliffe

    John Wycliffe (also spelled Wyclif, Wickliffe, Wicklyf etc.; c. 1328 – 31 December 1384) was an English scholastic philosopher, Christian reformer, Catholic priest, and a theology professor at the...

  4. French raid on Rye, England

    French raid on Rye, England

  5. Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed un

    Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed until 1890, when it becomes the tallest church in the world

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on June 8, 1376?
Edward the Black Prince heir of the english throne, known for heir of the english throne, died on 1376-06-08. Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330 – 8 June 1376), known as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England. He died before his father, and so his son Richard II succeeded to the throne instead.
Why is Edward the Black Prince dies significant?
Edward the Black Prince is Heir of the English throne.
Who was involved in Edward the Black Prince dies?
Key figures include Edward the Black Prince (Heir of the English throne).

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