Description: (Noble)
Piers Gaveston, 1st Earl of Cornwall, was an English nobleman who became a close favorite of King Edward II. He gained prominence through his ties to the royal family, eventually receiving the Earldom of Cornwall and marrying the king's niece. Gaveston's influence on the king caused conflict among the nobility, leading to his exile on multiple occasions. Despite returning, his actions continued to stir opposition, culminating in his execution by a group of magnates. The exact nature of his relationship with Edward II remains a topic of historical discussion.