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How far did Edward III succeed in undoing the damage done to the monarchy by his father ?
How did Edward III's foreign enterprises affect the development of the constitution during his reign ?
Estimate the importance of the French war in the constitutional history of the reign of Edward III.
Edward III's chief task was to repair the damage done to the monarchy by his father. How far was he successful ?
'A shallow opportunist with no constructive policy of his own.' Does this judgment explain Edward III's difficulties as home and abroad ?
'English history under Edward III is a dismal chronicle of war, plague and heresy.' Do you agree ?
'It was England's misfortune that her king showed no power of statesmanship comparable with his success in arms.' Is this a fair comment on the policies of Edward III ?
'The reign of Edward III was a golden age for the English monarchy followed by disaster.' Discuss.
Why did the government of Edward III face such vigorous opposition during the closing years of his reign ?
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School of History and Welsh History - University of Wales Bangor