At this time she became the victim of an elaborate plot by the younger Hugh Despenser with the help of King Edward II. Despenser had received Gower from the king, who had taken it from its previous holder, William de Braose.
At this time she became the victim of an elaborate plot by the younger Hugh Despenser with the help of King Edward II. It provides a good example of the abuse of power which eventually led to their downfall. Fryde 106 Despenser had received Gower from the king, who had taken it from its previous holder, William de Braose.