Windsor in History

Under the Treaty of Windsor Rory O'Connor is recognized as King of Ireland

Edward I has Eleanor held at Windsor while on her way to marry Llewelyn

Edward I has Eleanor held at Windsor while on her way to marry Llewelyn

Concludes the Treaty of Windsor with Portugal

First year of the construction of St George's Chapel in Windsor

Henry uses Philip of Burgundy's unexpected stay in England to negotiate the exceptionally favourable Malus Intercursus.

Henry and Philip of Burgundy conclude a treaty strengthening political cooperation and placing pressure on France.

A further Windsor agreement develops the alliance between England, Burgundy and Habsburg interests.

Appointed Canon of Windsor

Commissions Pietro Torrigiano to build him a majestic tomb

Henry VIII and Charles V confirm their anti-French alliance in the Treaty of Windsor.

The Treaty of Windsor postpones major joint action while keeping the Great Enterprise alive.

Signs a Treaty with Emperor Charles V. Confirms the anti-French alliance but postponing action until 1524

Receives one of the monarchy's highest chivalric honours.

Is appointed a Knight of the Garter.

Protector Somerset takes Edward to Windsor Castle as political opponents organise against his government.

The Privy Council arrests Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset, ending his dominance of the minority government.

Fairfax becomes commander of the New Model Army created to improve Parliament's war effort.

Marches out from Windsor prior to the Battle of Naseby

Permission was refused for his burial in the Henry VII Chapel in Westminster Abbey