Edward The Black Prince English Royal, Military Leader & Hero
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Edward The Black Prince was the son and heir apparent of Edward III of England and one of the outstanding commanders during the Hundred Years’ War, winning his major victory at the Battle of Poitiers (1356). His sobriquet, said to have come from his wearing black armour, has no contemporary
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Edward The Black Prince, English Royal, Military Leader & Hero
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Edward The Black Prince, English Royal, Military Leader & Hero
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