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Richard the Lionhearted

  • Sep 8, 1157

    Birth

    Birth
    Richard the Lionhearted was born.
  • Sep 3, 1189

    Richard the Lionhearted Becomes King

    Richard the Lionhearted Becomes King
    Richard the Lionhearted was crowned king after the death of his father Henry II.
  • Jan 20, 1190

    Richard Joins the 3rd Crusade

    Richard Joins the 3rd Crusade
    Richard the Lionhearted fought in the Third Crusade. He fought for the Christians.
  • May 20, 1191

    Marriage

    Marriage
    Richard the Lionhearted marries Berengaria of Navarre.
  • Sep 1, 1192

    King Richard Gains the Title "Lionhearted"

    King Richard Gains the Title "Lionhearted"
    Richard the Lionhearted gained the title of "Lionhearted" for his efforts to capture Saladin.
  • Dec 13, 1192

    Captured

    Captured
    Richard was captured in Austria and held for bail. He was eventually released.
  • Apr 6, 1199

    Death

    Death
    Richard the Lionhearted died.