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Who was Edward II's controversial close friend?

  • Piers Gaveston

  • Hugh Despenser the Younger

  • Roger Mortimer

  • Thomas of Lancaster

Answer

Edward II had a close and controversial relationship with Piers Gaveston, who joined his household in 1300. The nature of their relationship is uncertain, but Gaveston's arrogance and influence as Edward's favorite provoked discontent among the barons and the French royal family.
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