Difference between revisions of "Richard I Coeur de Lion"
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King of England (1189-1199). Notable for his military leadership. Fought against his father, and when his brother died became heir to the throne. Joined the Third Crusade and conquered Cyprus but failed to capture Jerusalem - he was captured, imprisoned, and ransomed. Returned to England for a second coronation, then set off to Normandy never to return. Historians generally accept that he was homosexual despite several marriages. | King of England (1189-1199). Notable for his military leadership. Fought against his father, and when his brother died became heir to the throne. Joined the Third Crusade and conquered Cyprus but failed to capture Jerusalem - he was captured, imprisoned, and ransomed. Returned to England for a second coronation, then set off to Normandy never to return. Historians generally accept that he was homosexual despite several marriages. | ||
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Revision as of 14:54, 9 November 2014
Contents
Country
Great Britain
Birth - Death
1157 - 1199
Occupation
Politics
Notable Achievements
Head of State
Description
King of England (1189-1199). Notable for his military leadership. Fought against his father, and when his brother died became heir to the throne. Joined the Third Crusade and conquered Cyprus but failed to capture Jerusalem - he was captured, imprisoned, and ransomed. Returned to England for a second coronation, then set off to Normandy never to return. Historians generally accept that he was homosexual despite several marriages.
