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Edmund of Langley, 1st duke of York: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Edmund of Langley, Earl of Cambridge
Born June 5, 1341 • England
Died August 1, 1402 (aged 61) • England
Founder house of York
House / Dynasty house of Plantagenet • house of York
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