Edward, the Black Prince — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 15 June 1330 · Died: 8 June 1376 · Age at death: 45
How old was Edward, the Black Prince when he died?
Edward, the Black Prince died aged 45. He was born on 15 June 1330 and died on 8 June 1376.
English prince and military leader during the Hundred Years' War
Did you know?He was the first English Duke and won major battles at Crécy and Poitiers during his lifetime.
Quick facts
Date of birth15 June 1330
Date of death8 June 1376
Age at death45
Cause of deathDysentery
NationalityEnglish
BirthplaceWoodstock, United Kingdom
Occupationmilitary personnel, politician, knight
Editor's Take:
Edward the Black Prince was the outstanding English commander of the early Hundred Years' War. At Crécy and Poitiers his armies crushed much larger French forces, and the capture of King John made him a hero at home. Ruling Aquitaine proved harder than winning battles. Heavy taxes turned local lords against him, and an expedition to Spain wrecked his health and his finances. The sack of Limoges in 1370 has darkened his reputation. He died a year before his father, so the crown passed to his young son, Richard II.
Key Milestones
1346: Fights at the Battle of Crécy
1356: Wins the Battle of Poitiers and captures the French king
1362: Made Prince of Aquitaine
1367: Wins the Battle of Nájera
Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330 – 8 June 1376), known as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England. He died before his father, and his son Richard II therefore succeeded to the throne instead.
Edward, the Black Prince's birthday is June 15. He was born on June 15, 1330 in Woodstock, United Kingdom.
How old was Edward, the Black Prince when he died?
Edward, the Black Prince died on June 8, 1376, aged 45.
Who shares a birthday with Edward, the Black Prince?
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