Sir John Fortescue (c. 1394–1476) was an English lawyer, judge, and writer, known for his influential works on law and governance during the 15th century. He served as Chief Justice of the King's Bench and was a key figure in the legal reforms of the time. His most notable work, "De Laudibus Legum Angliae," defends English law and highlights the importance of justice and governance. Fortescue's writings contributed significantly to the development of constitutional thought in England.
John Fortescue of Salden died in 1607.
Kenneth Fortescue's birth name is Kenneth John Fortescue.
John Fortescue - military historian - died in 1933.
John Fortescue - military historian - was born in 1859.
AUTHOR: Sir John Fortescue (c. 1394-1476) : QUOTATION: Comparisons are odious. : ATTRIBUTION: De Laudibus Leg. Angliæ. Chap. xix.
Francis Fortescue Urquhart died in 1934.
Grace Fortescue died in 1979.
Grace Fortescue was born in 1883.
Anthony Fortescue was born in 1535.
Fortescue Graham was born in 1794.
Fortescue Graham died in 1880.
Michael Fortescue was born in 1946.