Life
- 1338Born · Antwerp
- 1345regent
- 1361Lord Lieutenant of Ireland
- 1368Died · Alba
Their story
Lionel of Antwerp, 1st Duke of Clarence, was a notable figure of the House of Plantagenet, born in Antwerp on December 7, 1338. A son of King Edward III of England, he was granted the title of Duke of Clarence, signifying his prominent position within the English nobility. His responsibilities also included the esteemed office of Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, a crucial role in the kingdom's coastal defense and security. Lionel's life saw him engaged in the political and marital alliances that characterized the era. He passed away in Alba on October 25, 1368, leaving a legacy rooted in his royal lineage and service to the Crown.
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