Edward III
| Year Start | 1327 |
| Year End | 1377 |
| Date of Birth | 13th November 1312 |
| Date of Death | 21st June 1377 |
King Edward III was born in Windsor Castle and became king in 1327. Edwards mother was the French Isabella who overthrew his father. His mother ruled while Edward was too young, although Edward was always king. King Edward III fouhgt many battles against the Scots and the French.
The House of Lords was created under Edward III, seperating the House of Commons from more prestigious members. Edward III had a son who was known as The Black Prince due to his dark armour. The bubonic plague (The Black Death) killed half the population of England between 1348 and 1350, under Edward III's rule. The start of the hundred years war began with France, and French fleets invade England at Southampton, Dover and London, but are beaten off. Edward III set up the Order of the Garter.