Deaths on August 23

John de Stratford, Archbishop of Canterbury

John de Stratford (c.1275 – 1348) was Archbishop of Canterbury, Bishop of Winchester, Treasurer and Chancellor of England.

23 Apr

Edward III of England
The founding of the Order of the Garter by King Edward III is announced on St. George's Day.
6 Jul

Black Death
Pope Clement VI issues a papal bull protecting the Jews accused of having caused the Black Death.