Henry III of England 1207 - 1272

Henry III of England was born on October 1, 1207, in Winchester, Hampshire, England, and became king of England at the age of nine in 1216 after the death of his father, King John. He ruled for 56 years until his own death in 1272. Henry's reign was marked by several significant events, including his efforts to maintain royal power against baronial opposition, the development of the English Parliament, and his patronage of art and architecture, such as the expansion and rebuilding of Westminster Abbey. Henry also faced a variety of conflicts during his reign, including rebellions in England and Wales, wars in France, and the challenges of managing a complex and diverse kingdom