William Hastings, 1st Baron Hastings

Politician

1431 – 1483

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Who was William Hastings, 1st Baron Hastings?

William Hastings, 1st Baron Hastings KG was an English nobleman. A follower of the House of York, he became a close friend and one of the most important courtiers of King Edward IV, whom he served as Lord Chamberlain. He was executed on charges of treason by Edward's brother and ultimate successor, Richard III.

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Born
1431
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  • England
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Died
Jun 13, 1483
Tower of London

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on July 23, 2013

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