Henry III Captured at Lewes: Simon de Montfort Takes the Crown
Simon de Montfort's forces captured King Henry III at Lewes and compelled him to sign the Mise of Lewes, surrendering royal authority to a council of barons. De Montfort ruled England as de facto regent for fifteen months and summoned commoners to Parliament for the first time, establishing a precedent for representative government that outlasted his own downfall.
May 14, 1264
762 years ago
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