(Encyclopedia) Edward III, 1312–77, king of England (1327–77), son of Edward II and Isabella.
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DICK, Samuel, a Delegate from New Jersey; born in Nottingham, Prince Georges County, Md., November 14, 1740; received a classical education; studied medicine in Scotland, and commenced…
