Robert de Vere, 5th Earl of Oxford
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Robert de Vere, 5th Earl of Oxford (c. 1240 – 1296) was the son and heir of Hugh de Vere, 4th Earl of Oxford. Robert was born c. 1240. He was among the followers of Simon de Montfort during the Second Barons' War, and was with Simon's son, Hugh, when Edward I attacked Kenilworth Castle prior to the Battle of Evesham. de Vere's title and property were forfeited, but restored shortly afterwords by the Dictum of Kenilworth. When he died in 1296, he was succeeded by his son Robert de Vere, 6th Earl of Oxford.
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Hugh de Vere |
Lord Great Chamberlain 1263–1265 |
Succeeded by Forfeited |
| Peerage of England | ||
| Preceded by Hugh de Vere |
Earl of Oxford 1263–1265 (forfeited) 1267–1296 |
Succeeded by Robert de Vere |
