Gilbert de Clare

Gilbert de Clare may refer to:

  • Gilbert Fitz Richard known also as Gilbert de Clare (died 1117), lord of Clare, Tonbridge and Ceredigion
  • Gilbert de Clare, 1st Earl of Pembroke (1100–1148)
  • Gilbert de Clare, 1st Earl of Hertford (1115–1153), eldest son of the above
  • Gilbert de Clare, 4th Earl of Hertford and 5th Earl of Gloucester (1180–1230)
  • Gilbert de Clare, 6th Earl of Hertford and 7th Earl of Gloucester (1243–1295)
  • Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Hertford and 8th Earl of Gloucester (1291–1314)

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