Lionel of Antwerp 1st Duke of Clarence Royalty
Lionel of Antwerp, 1st Duke of Clarence, jure uxoris 4th Earl of Ulster and 5th Baron of Connaught, KG (29 November 1338 – 7 October 1368) was the third son, but the second son to survive infancy, of Edward III of England and Philippa of Hainault. He was so called because he was born at Antwerp. Prince Lionel was a true Fleming; born in Flanders of a Flemish mother and the grandson of William I, Count of Hainaut. He grew to be nearly seven feet in height and had an athletic build.
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Birth date | November 29, 1338 |
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Date of death | October 07, 1368 |
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Parents | Edward III of England Philippa of Hainault |
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Title | Duke of Clarence |
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