William Hastings, 1st Baron Hastings
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William Hastings, 1st Baron Hastings KG (c. 1431 – June 1483) was an English nobleman. A loyal follower of the House of York during the Wars of the Roses, he became a close friend and one of the most important courtiers of King Edward IV, whom he served as Lord Chamberlain. At the time of Edward's death he was one of the most powerful and richest men in England. He was executed following accusations of treason by Edward's brother and ultimate successor, Richard III. The date of his death is disputed; early histories give 13 June, which is the traditional date.
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The Lord Hastings | |
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Lord Chamberlain of the Household | |
In office 1461–1483 Vacant 1470–1471 | |
Monarch | Edward IV |
Preceded by | The Earl of Salisbury |
Succeeded by | The Viscount Lovell |
Personal details | |
Born | c.1430 |
Died | June 1483 Tower of London |
Spouse | Katherine Neville |
Children | Edward Hastings, 2nd Baron Hastings Sir William Hastings Sir Richard Hastings George Hastings Anne Hastings, Countess of Shrewsbury Elizabeth Hastings |
Parent(s) | Sir Leonard Hastings Alice Camoys |
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