earl of leicester

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Noun earl of leicester has 1 sense

Montfort, Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester - an English nobleman who led the baronial rebellion against Henry III (1208-1265)
--₁ is a kind of Earl

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Earl of Leicester

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The term "Earl of Leicester" refers to a title bestowed upon individuals who hold the rank of nobility and are the hereditary rulers of the English county of Leicester. The title has been held by several influential figures throughout history.

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In popular culture, the term "Earl of Leicester" often refers to Robert Dudley, the close companion of Queen Elizabeth I of England. As the Queen's favorite, he was bestowed with the title of Earl of Leicester.

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Despite not being of royal blood, Robert Dudley was appointed as the Earl of Leicester by Queen Elizabeth I.
The Earl of Leicester's estate is a magnificent piece of English history.

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