Simon de Montford

15th-century English nobleman, Lord of Manors, executed for treason.

Quick Facts: Who was Simon de Montford?

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Simon de Montford
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15th-century English nobleman, Lord of Manors, executed for treason.
Born:
1401
Died:
1495
Century / Era:
1401s Historical Era Archive
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Origins & Early Life

Sir Simon Montford (died c. 30 January 1495) was an English Lord of several manors who was executed for treason. Simon Montford was the son and heir of Sir Baldwin Montfort, Knt, of Coleshill Manor, Warwickshire (1410 – c. 1458) by his spouse Joan, daughter of Sir Richard Vernon, Speaker of the House of Commons. Baldwin was the first to drop the "de" from their surname. He inherited Coleshill (in Arden) Manor, entering into possession of the manor before 4 March 1461.

Career & Major Achievements

He also held the manor of Kingshurst (in Coleshill), and Avon Dasset, and others. Sir Edward Grey, Viscount Lisle, at his death in 1492, owned pasture and woodland in Alcotenhall (a manor in Coleshill) which was held of this "Sir Simon Montfort, the Lord of Coleshill". In 1465, Montfort was found guilty of insurrection and various misdeeds, for which he was pardoned the next year.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He was retained by King Edward IV to serve in the French wars with five spearmen and sixty archers. In 1469–1470 he was Lieutenant of Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight. In April 1471 he was appointed sheriff of the counties of Warwick and Leicester.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

  1. 1401: Birth of Simon de Montford — 15th-century English nobleman, Lord of Manors, executed for treason.
  2. 1410: 1410 Milestone — Simon Montford was the son and heir of Sir Baldwin Montfort, Knt, of Coleshill Manor, Warwickshire (1410 – c.
  3. 1458: 1458 Milestone — 1458) by his spouse Joan, daughter of Sir Richard Vernon, Speaker of the House of Commons.
  4. 1461: 1461 Milestone — He inherited Coleshill (in Arden) Manor, entering into possession of the manor before 4 March 1461.
  5. 1465: 1465 Milestone — In 1465, Montfort was found guilty of insurrection and various misdeeds, for which he was pardoned the next year.
  6. 1469: 1469 Milestone — In 1469–1470 he was Lieutenant of Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight.
  7. 1471: 1471 Milestone — In April 1471 he was appointed sheriff of the counties of Warwick and Leicester.
  8. 1492: 1492 Milestone — Sir Edward Grey, Viscount Lisle, at his death in 1492, owned pasture and woodland in Alcotenhall (a manor in Coleshill) which was held of this "Sir Simon Montfort, the Lord of Coleshill".
  9. 1495: Passing & Historical Legacy — Simon de Montford passed away on 1495, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Simon de Montford

True or False: “True or false: Simon Montford's initial finding of guilt for insurrection in 1465 prevented him from ever serving in the French wars.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The finding of guilt in 1465 was followed by a pardon the next year, which allowed him to be retained by King Edward IV to serve in the French wars.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Simon de Montford

Who was Simon de Montford and what are their primary contributions?

15th-century English nobleman, Lord of Manors, executed for treason. Origins & Early Life: Sir Simon Montford (died c. 30 January 1495) was an English Lord of several manors who was executed for treason. Simon Montford was the son and heir of Sir Baldwin Montfort, Knt, of Coleshill Manor, Warwickshire (1410 – c. 1458) by his spouse Joan, daughter of Sir Richard Vernon, Speaker of the House of Commons. Baldwin was the first to drop the "de" from their surname. He inherited Coleshill (in Arden) Manor, entering into possession of the manor before 4 March 1461.

When was Simon de Montford born and during which historical era did they live?

Simon de Montford was born on 1401 and passed away on 1495. For complete historical world events during this era, explore the 1401 Chrono-Archive.

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