It's that time of year again when we see posts about 'England's first parliament' taking place #OTD in 1265
Simon de Montfort's #parliament was NOT England's first - but it is nonetheless interesting. Here's why it's remembered
www.lukefoddy.com/simon-de-mon...
#medievalsky #history
Why is the 'January Parliament' convened by Simon de Montfort in 1265 remembered in such mixed terms?