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A letter from Henry III (01/24/1259)

Sender

Henry III

Receiver

Beatrice of Savoy

Translated letter:

[summary] Pardon, at the instance of Beatrice the king's mother, countess of Provence, to John de Bosellis of the county of Hertford of his outlawry for felony and society of thieves (latrocinii), whereof John Ailrich of Hemelhamstud appealed him, and for abducting the wife of WIlliam de Merlis out of the realm.

Historical context:

A pardon is granted at the instance of the countess. It is only summarized in the Patent Rolls in English.

Printed source:

Calendar of the Patent Rolls preserved in the Public Record Office, Henry III, v.5 1258-66 (London: Mackie and Co., 1908), 10-11

Date:

01/24/1259