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    What wardships means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

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    One of the aggressive financial demands John used to raise funds to win back his French lands.
    Pearson Edexcel · Option B2: Key topic 1: Life and government in England, 1189–1216 - 3 Royal government and finances (study guide)

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