Edward Plantagenet was the oldest son of Thomas of Brotherton, the son of Edward I of England and his second wife Margaret of France. Thomas was Earl of Norfolk, and died in 1338. Edward of Norfolk was married to Beatrice De Mortimer, daughter of the infamous Earl of March, though due to their young age when Edward died there was no issue from the marriage.
Had Edward lived, he would have succeeded his father as Earl of Norfolk aged 18 in 1338, and most likely would have served alongside his cousin King Edward III during his wars on the continent. COuld he have also been created Duke of Norfolk when the time came for such a thing? What wider role could he and his descendants play?
Had Edward lived, he would have succeeded his father as Earl of Norfolk aged 18 in 1338, and most likely would have served alongside his cousin King Edward III during his wars on the continent. COuld he have also been created Duke of Norfolk when the time came for such a thing? What wider role could he and his descendants play?