Edward Courtenay, 1st Earl of Devon
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Edward Courtenay, 1st Earl of Devon (c. 1527 – 18 September 1556) was an English nobleman during the rule of the Tudor dynasty. Born into a family with close royal connections, he was at various times considered a possible match for the two daughters of Henry VIII, both of whom became queens regnant of England. He was a second cousin to Edward VI, Mary I and Elizabeth I through King Edward IV.
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Edward Courtenay | |
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Born | 1526 |
Died | 9 September 1556 (aged 29) |
Title | Earl of Devon |
Spouse | Laurana de' Medici (Rumored) |
Parent(s) | Henry Courtenay, 1st Marquess of Exeter Gertrude Blount |
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