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Henry V (as Prince of Wales)

Type Figure Region England Time 1386–1422 Also known as Prince Henry

Henry V, monarch of England's Lancastrian dynasty; this entry focuses on his military and political training from being created Prince of Wales in 13…

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  1. 1386–1399Monmouth · MonmouthshireBorn at Monmouth Castle on the Welsh Marches, eldest son of Henry IV. Trained in knighthood and statecraft at court from childhood; in 1399, after his father's accession, he was granted the titles Prince of Wales and Duke of Aquitaine.
  2. 1399–1410Welsh Marches · English MarchesFrom 1399 he was stationed on the Welsh Marches as prince, leading campaigns against Owain Glyndŵr in 1400–1408. He took part in the Battle of Shrewsbury in 1403, aiding his father in suppressing the revolt, and in the later 1400s also joined expeditions to France, accumulating combat experience.
  3. 1410–1413London · EnglandFrom 1410 to 1412 he handled part of the government's affairs on behalf of his ailing father, and in 1412 again led troops to France. After Henry IV's death in March 1413, he succeeded as King of England, beginning his independent reign.

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