Thomas, Earl of Lancaster

Born into immense power, Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, cousin to King Edward II, witnessed the dangerous game of royal politics. Edward's favoritism and poor rule ignited unrest, and Thomas, Earl of Lancaster became a voice for stability. He rallied barons against the crown, leading to the Ordinances of 1311 which curbed Edward's authority.
But the death of the despised Piers Gaveston pushed the conflict over the edge. Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, now a figurehead of rebellion, faced Edward II in the Battle of Boroughbridge. It was a bloody defeat, marking the end of his rebellion and leading to his brutal execution.
Was Thomas a true reformer, or simply an ambitious lord? Explore the life and legacy of this complex historical figure.
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