Individual Details
Katherine Swynford
(1350 - 10 May 1403)
Katherine had been John the Gaunt's mistress for a number of years and borne him four children prior to their marriage. Their four children were given the surname Beaufort and were legitimized as adults with approval of the Pope.
Events
Birth | 1350 | ||||
Marriage | 13 Jan 1396 | John Lancaster of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster | |||
Death | 10 May 1403 |
Families
Spouse | John Lancaster of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster (1340 - 1399) |
Child | John Beaufort 1st Earl of Somerset (1373 - 1410) |
Child | Joan Beaufort (1379 - 1440) |