Alice de Salisbury | |
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Born | Alice Salisbury circa 1348 |
Died | 1400/1401 |
Resting place | Church of St Laurence, Upminster, England |
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Known for | Mistress of Edward III of England |
Spouse(s) | Janyn Perrers (m. 1360; his death in 1364) Sir William de Windsor (m. 1375; his death in 1389) |
Partner | King Edward III of England |
Children | 3 including Sir John de Southeray |
Alice de Salisbury, also known as Alice de Windsor (circa 1348 –1400/1401) was a mistress of King Edward III of England. As a result of his patronage, she became the wealthiest and most influential woman in the country. She was widely despised and accused of taking advantage of the old king.[1][2]