Letters of Conduct for the King of the Isles to render homage to King Henry III

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Letters of Conduct for the King of the Isles to render homage to King Henry III
Description
A bilingual (English/Latin) record of safe conduct granted by King Henry III to the King of the Isles (Reginald) in 1218, permitting him to travel to the King to render homage and make amends for excesses committed by his subjects in England and Ireland. The document demonstrates early Anglo-Norman relationships with the Hebridean kingdom and the Crown's assertion of feudal overlordship.
Date
16 January 1218
Place
England
Ireland
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Date Created
1218-01-16
Creator
King Henry III of England
Audience
The King of the Isles (Reginald)
Language
English and Latin (bilingual)