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William Herbert, 1st Earl of Pembroke (died 1469)
1469Jul, 27

William Herbert, 1st Earl of Pembroke (died 1469)

William Herbert, 1st Earl of Pembroke (b. 1423)
William Herbert, 1st Earl of Pembroke KG (c. 1423 – 27 July 1469), known as "Black William", was a Welsh nobleman, soldier, politician, and courtier.

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