EPISODE · Sep 12, 2026 · 14 MIN

Piers Gaveston: King Edward II’s Controversial Favourite

from The Proper British History Podcast: Kings, Queens, Wars, Empire, Politics, Revolutions, Royalty and the Historical Great Britain · host Podily

The episode explores how Piers Gaveston rose to favour with Edward II, provoking baronial revolt and challenging royal prerogative. It looks at contemporary sources, political dynamics and the exile‑and‑execution that revealed early tensions between crown and aristocracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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