John of Lancaster, Duke of Bedford 1389-1435 after a portrait in a prayerbook, engraved by the artist

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John of Lancaster, Duke of Bedford (1389-1435), was a significant figure in English and French history during the late Middle Ages. Born on June 20, 1389, he was the third surviving son of King Henry IV of England and Mary de Bohun. John played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War, a series of conflicts waged between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France over control of the French throne.

As a military leader and statesman, John of Lancaster was instrumental in securing English dominance in France following the death of his elder brother, King Henry V, in 1422. Appointed as the Regent of France for his infant nephew, King Henry VI, John worked tirelessly to maintain English territories and influence in France. His most notable military achievement was the victory at the Battle of Verneuil in 1424, which solidified English control over Normandy and other regions.

John's tenure as regent was marked by his efforts to uphold the Treaty of Troyes, which had recognized Henry V as the heir to the French throne. Despite his military successes, John's regency faced significant challenges, including the rise of Joan of Arc and the eventual resurgence of French forces under Charles VII. The Duke of Bedford's administration was characterized by his attempts to balance military campaigns with diplomatic efforts to secure alliances and maintain stability in the occupied territories.

In addition to his military and political endeavors, John of Lancaster was a patron of the arts and education. He supported the University of Caen and was involved in the establishment of the English College in Paris. His contributions to the cultural and intellectual life of his time were significant, reflecting his broader interests beyond the battlefield.

John of Lancaster, Duke of Bedford, died on September 14, 1435, in Rouen, France. His death marked the end of an era for English ambitions in France, as the subsequent years saw the gradual decline of English territories and influence in the region. Despite the eventual loss of English holdings in France, John's legacy as a formidable military leader and dedicated regent remains an important chapter in the history of the Hundred Years' War.

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