Individual Details

Hugh Jr MORTIMER

(Bef 1117 - 26 Feb 1180)

Hugh was one of the Barons who objected to Henry II's demand for the return of Royal castles in 1155. Henry II launched a campaign in May 1155 against Hugh, simultaneously besieging his three principal castles of Wigmore, Bridgnorth and Cleobury. On 7 July 1155, Hugh formally submitted to Henry II at the Council at Bridgnorth. He was allowed to keep his own two castles (though Cleobury had been destroyed during the siege) but Bridgnorth returned to the crown.

Events

BirthBef 1117
Death26 Feb 1180

Families

ChildRoger (Hugh) MORTIMER ( - 1214)
FatherHugh Sr MORTIMER ( - 1148)