The origins of the Duchy of Cornwall
17th July 2022
England has two royal duchies: the Duchy
of Lancaster and the Duchy of Cornwall. The Duchy of Cornwall is
the older of the two. The Duchy of Cornwall is inherited by
the eldest son of the monarch at their birth or when their parent
succeeds to the throne. It was established on 17 March 1337 by King
Edward III for his son, Edward, the Prince of Wales (known as the
Black Prince). The…

