How did Edward I of England change parliament?

Edward I is known as "Hammer of the Scots". Discover why he should also be called "the Founder of Parliament" read more

Edward 1's first Parliament In 1275 Edward I called his first Parliament. He summoned nobles and churchmen, but also issued orders (known as writs) for the election of two representatives from each county (the knights of the shire) and two from each city or town (the burgesses) to attend. read more

A parliament was a continental idea that was introduced into England during a rebellion against Henry 3rd. French-born Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester was the main architect. It was a more successful version of the controls the barons had attempted against the previous monarch, King John. read more