Primogeniture
What Primogeniture means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
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The system by which John's nephew Arthur of Brittany had a strong claim to the throne, being the son of John's older brother Geoffrey.
The principle by which Richard's claim as the eldest surviving legitimate son of Henry II was based.
Topics that use Primogeniture
- Option B2: Key topic 1: Life and government in England, 1189–1216 - 2 Kingship and succession (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Chivalrous
- Disputed succession
- Divine right and religious authority
- Law, order, and justice
- Murder of Prince Arthur
- Feudal obligations and rights
- John's character
- Patronage
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