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| Picture No | 10007135 |
| Date | 1326 |
| Description | Execution of Hugh Despenser |
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Hugh Despenser, 1st Lord Despenser (c1286-1326), sometimes referred to as The Young Despenser. As a supporter of Edward II, he attempted to enlist the common people on the side of the King, and generally made himself unpopular, eventually becoming a pirate in the English Channel. He was caught by followers of Queen Isabella and horribly executed for treason and theft.
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| Source | Froissart's Chronicles Plate II Vol I |
| Credit | Mary Evans Picture Library |
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