Edward II, also known as Edward of Caernarfon or Caernarvon, was King of England from 1307 until he was deposed in January 1327. The fourth son of Edward I, Edward became the heir to the throne following the death of his older brother Alphonso. Beginning in 1300, Edward accompanied his father on campaigns in Scotland, and in 1306 he was knighted in a grand ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Edward succeeded to the throne the next year, following his father's death. In 1308, he married Isabella, daughter of the powerful King Philip IV of France, as part of a long-running effort to resolve the tensions between the English and French crowns.
Edward II of England (died 1327)
Edward II of England (died 1327)
On April 25, in the year 1284, Edward II of England (died 1327). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of April 25, one of 419 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Edward II. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on April 25, 1284 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 17 April 2026.
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