The Statute of Rhuddlan: The Legal Union of Wales and England
Examines the 1284 statute that integrated Wales into the Kingdom of England post-King Edward I’s conquest.
The Anarchy Civil War in Medieval England
Discusses the 12th-century civil war in England triggered by a disputed royal succession, leading to two decades of conflict.
The Hundred Rolls
This section explores The Hundred Rolls- a series of surveys commissioned by King Edward I of England between 1274 and 1275. They aimed to collect detailed information on landholdings, rights, and privileges throughout England. The surveys served as a follow-up to the Domesday Book and were intended to address abuses of power by local officials, ensure proper taxation, and establish clear records of land ownership and feudal obligations. The collected data helped the crown in administrative and legal matters.
The Statutes of Westminster
The Statutes of Westminster refer to a series of legislative acts passed by King Edward I in England. They aimed to address various aspects of governance, justice, and property law.
- First Statute of Westminster (1275): Established numerous legal reforms and clarified existing laws.
- Second Statute of Westminster (1285): Introduced important changes in inheritance law and the administration of justice.
- Third Statute of Westminster (1290): Known for the “Quia Emptores” clause, it regulated land transactions and prevented the subinfeudation of estates.
These statutes significantly influenced English common law and legal practices.
