Royal Charter of Protection for Men of the Isle of Man (Edward II, 1312)
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- Sources
- Name
- Royal Charter of Protection for Men of the Isle of Man (Edward II, 1312)
- Description
- A royal charter issued by Edward II protecting Manx men from injury or hindrance when travelling to England and returning home, valid until Christmas 1312. The document is bilingual (English and Latin) and demonstrates early royal recognition of the Isle of Man's distinct status and the Crown's commitment to protect Manx trading interests. Relevant to understanding constitutional protections and early cross-channel commerce.
- Date
- 18 June 1312
- Place
- Isle of Man
- Collection
- Scottish and English Contention
- Type
- Primary Source Transcription
- Date Created
- 1312-06-18
- Creator
- Edward II, King of England
- Audience
- All bailiffs and officials
- Identifier
- Rotulorum Patentium (Patent Rolls), 5 Edward II
- Language
- English and Latin