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William Longespée, 3rd Earl of Salisbury, English commander

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William Longespée, 3rd Earl of Salisbury

11/12th-century Anglo-French nobleman and illegitimate son of King Henry II

William Longespée, 3rd Earl of Salisbury was an Anglo-Norman nobleman, primarily remembered for his command of the English forces at the Battle of Damme and for remaining loyal to his half-brother, King John, until shortly before John's death. His nickname "Longespée" is…
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March 7

Day of the year

March 7 is the 66th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 299 days remain until the end of the year.
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