Henry III: Nicholas Vincent reviews the career of the king whose long reign was overshadowed by the rivalries of his nobles, and who is primarily remembered for his piety and his building activity. (Cover Story). From: History Today | Date: June 1, 2002| Author: Vincent, Nicholas | COPYRIGHT 2002 History Today Ltd. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

HENRY III SPENT October 19th, 1266, the fiftieth anniversary of his accession to the throne, at Kenilworth in Warwickshire, encamped before the walls of the great castle that for the past four months had resisted siege. So far as we can tell, no crowds of well-wishers gathered, and no anthems were raised in thanksgiving for Henry's long reign (1216-72)--the longest yet recorded for an English sovereign. Instead, men awaited in trepidation the proclamation of peace terms intended to ...