The Opening of the Tomb of King Edward I in Westminster Abbey
Allan Barton - The Antiquary・2 minutes read
King Edward I of England died on July 7, 1307, after falling ill with dysentery during a journey to face Robert the Bruce's armies in Scotland. His body was embalmed, temporarily resting at Waltham Abbey before a funeral overseen by Bishop Anthony Beck at Westminster Abbey in October.
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- King Edward I of England died on July 7, 1307, after falling ill with dysentery during a journey to Scotland to face Robert the Bruce's armies.
- Edward's tomb at Westminster Abbey, overseen by Bishop Anthony Beck, is a relatively simple structure made of five marble slabs with an inscription that reads, "Edward the First Hammer of the Scots 1308 Keep The Pact," added in the 16th century.
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Recent questions
How did King Edward I of England die?
King Edward I of England died from dysentery on July 7, 1307, in Cumberland.
Where was King Edward I of England buried?
King Edward I of England was buried at Westminster Abbey.
Who oversaw King Edward I's funeral?
Bishop Anthony Beck, a close confidante of Edward, oversaw the funeral at Westminster Abbey.
What inscription is on King Edward I's tomb?
The inscription on King Edward I's tomb reads, "Edward the First Hammer of the Scots 1308 Keep The Pact."
How was King Edward I's body preserved after death?
King Edward I's body was regularly maintained with wax cloth to prevent decay, unlike other medieval kings.
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