born:  1270 in Upholland, Lancashire, England
died: 7 October 1328;  captured and beheaded in Boreham Wood for failing to aid Thomas of Lancaster against King Edward II.  His head was sent to the Earl of Lancaster.

Father: Sir Robert de Holland
Mother:  Elizabeth de Salmesbury

Spouse:  Maud la Zouche

Children:
1. Thomas Holland, Earl of Kent
2. Maud de Holland