Edward I

Edward I was born to King Henry III and Eleanor of Provence at the Palace of Westminster.

Edward is formally invested as the Prince of Wales, receiving the title and lands traditionally associated with the heir to the English throne.

Edward marries Eleanor of Castile, a marriage arranged to secure an alliance between England and Castile.

Edward starts his military training, learning the art of warfare and leadership, which will serve him well in future campaigns.

Edward leads forces loyal to his father against the rebellious barons, culminating in the Battle of Lewes where he is captured.

Edward escapes captivity and leads the royalist forces to victory against Simon de Montfort at the Battle of Evesham.

Edward sets out on the Ninth Crusade to the Holy Land, where he demonstrates his military prowess and diplomatic skills.

Upon the death of his father, Henry III, Edward I ascends to the throne of England, beginning his reign as a reformer and military leader.

Edward launches a successful campaign against Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, bringing Wales under English control and building a series of castles to secure his rule.

Edward issues the Statute of Rhuddlan, establishing English law and administration in Wales, solidifying his control over the region.

Edward's beloved wife, Eleanor of Castile, dies, and he orders the construction of the Eleanor Crosses in her memory along the route of her funeral procession.

Edward is chosen to arbitrate the Scottish succession crisis, ultimately selecting John Balliol as king, but this leads to tension and conflict.

Edward invades Scotland, deposes John Balliol, and takes control of the country, sparking a long and brutal conflict with Scottish resistance.

Edward continues his military campaigns in Scotland, facing increasing resistance from Robert the Bruce and other Scottish leaders.

Despite Edward's efforts, Robert the Bruce is crowned King of Scots, marking a significant setback in Edward's Scottish campaigns.

Edward I dies at Burgh by Sands, near Carlisle, while on his way to another campaign against the Scots, leaving his son Edward II to continue his work.