Royal Writ: Assistance to Reginald, King of Man, Against Norway (1220)

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Royal Writ: Assistance to Reginald, King of Man, Against Norway (1220)
Description
A medieval royal writ from King Henry III of England to the Justices of Ireland, commanding them to render military aid to Reginald, King of Man, against threats from the King of Norway. The document affirms Reginald's homage to the English Crown and establishes Man's feudal relationship to England. It is a key source for understanding early medieval Manx sovereignty and Anglo-Manx political relations.
Date
1220
Place
Isle of Man
England
Ireland
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Date Created
1220
Creator
King Henry III of England
Audience
The Justices of Ireland
Identifier
ROTULI LITTERARUM CLAUSARUM, 4 HEN. III
Language
Latin (with English translation)