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Dismemberment & disgrace: the grisly fate of Simon de Montfort

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This chapter explores the horrific aftermath of Simon de Montfort's defeat at the Battle of Evesham, detailing the dismemberment of his body and the chilling distribution of his remains. It also examines his legacy as a significant figure in the political challenges against the monarchy in 13th-century England.

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