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William Herbert Biography and Timeline

Follow William Herbert through 5 dated historical records for England.

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William Herbert, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

5Distinct records

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1468–1557Years on this page

1468

Invasion of Wales

Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Jasper Tudor launches an invasion of Wales but is turned back by William Herbert

Role range: 1455-1485

1501

Birth of William Herbert

Earl · Earl of Pembroke · England · House / House of Tudor

William Herbert is born and later rises through Tudor service to become Earl of Pembroke and an influential military and political figure.

1554

31 January 1554

Wyatt Rebellion

Earl · Earl of Pembroke · London · House / House of Tudor

Supports Mary and helps organise defence of London.

Role range: 1551-1570

7 February 1554

Wyatt Rebellion

Earl · Earl of Pembroke · Ludgate · House / House of Tudor

Commands loyal forces blocking Wyatt's advance into London.

Role range: 1551-1570

1557

July 1557

English Army in France

Earl of Pembroke · Calais · Warfare / Italian War

Pembroke commands English troops supporting Spain against France

Role range: 1551-1559 – 1557-1558

Records, sources and methodology

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