Duke of Rutland

Earl of Rutland and Duke of Rutland are titles in the peerage of England, derived from Rutland, a traditional county. The Earl of Rutland was elevated to the status of Duke in 1703 and the titles were merged.

First creation of the Earldom of Rutland

The title Earl of Rutland was created for Edward Plantagenet, (1373-1415), son of Edmund of Langley, Duke of York, and grandson of King Edward III. Upon the Duke's death in 1402 Edward became Duke of York. The title Earl of Rutland fell in to disuse upon his death at the battle of Agincourt, and was assumed by other members of the House of York including first earl's nephew Richard Plantagenet, Duke of York, the father of King Edward IV.

Related Topics:
Edward Plantagenet - 1373 - 1415 - Edmund of Langley - Edward III - 1402 - Duke of York - Agincourt - House of York - Richard Plantagenet, Duke of York - King Edward IV

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