Royal Charter protecting men of Isle of Man from injury and molestation (1312)
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- Sources
- Name
- Royal Charter protecting men of Isle of Man from injury and molestation (1312)
- Description
- A bilingual (Latin and English) royal charter issued by Edward II protecting the inhabitants of the Isle of Man from harassment and damage when travelling to or from the island. The document grants safe passage and royal favour to Manx people in recognition of their loyalty and adherence to the English Crown. This early 14th-century charter establishes royal protection of Manx interests and demonstrates the island's feudal relationship with the English monarchy.
- Date
- 18 June 1312
- Place
- Isle of Man
- Collection
- Scottish and English Contention
- Type
- Primary Source Transcription
- Date Created
- 1312-06-18
- Creator
- The King (Edward II)
- Audience
- All bailiffs and officials to whom the charter is directed
- Identifier
- ROTULORUM PATENTIUM, 5 ED. II (Patent Rolls of Edward II, membrane 5)
- Language
- Latin and English