Events from 1265

Simon de Montfort summons first elected Parliament in England

St. Thomas writes Commentary on Aristotle's De Anima (1265-1268) - Establishes moderate realism - Universals exist in three ways: in God's mind, in things, in our minds

First elected Parliament - Simon de Montfort summons knights and burgesses, foundation of House of Commons

Battle of Evesham - Prince Edward defeats and kills Simon de Montfort, body mutilated, head sent to wife