 In the succeeding year he was elected one of the Knights Companions of the Most Noble Order of the Garter ; and, in 1467, he was advanced to the title of Earl of Pembroke.  Peerage of England. ... - Page 425by Arthur Collins - 1812Full view - About this book
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