HIST 4043 : History 4043 Test 1
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France also: isabella was also an example to the tudors of the importance of political stability and a stable succession to the crown, she was very unfortunate, her husband, edward ii was a failure as a king. He was weak, irresolute, cared nothing for his wife (most certainly gay) Mistreated her and only gave her a son: she ultimately turned to another man roger mortimer, earl of. March: they embarked on an affair as revenge for the affairs. They ruled in a cruel way and made the nation more unstable. Eventually, edward iii at the age of 17 threw. He fathered no less than 5 sons and secured the succession of his throne: he was a successful war lord. Successful leader of english armies in the field against the french during the 100 year war. Successful in decisive battle at crecy in august. 1346: captured significant amount of land including calais which would remain english for many years.
