The Earl of Clarence is a title in the British peerage, historically associated with the royal family. It was first created in 1362 for Lionel of Antwerp, the third son of King Edward III. The title has been held by various notable figures throughout history, often linked to significant political and military events. The title has been recreated several times, with the most recent creation in 1947 for George William Frederick Charles, the son of the Duke of York. The Earl of Clarence is part of the hierarchy of British nobility, which includes other titles such as Duke, Marquess, and Viscount.