Richard I of England
King of England, led Crusades
Born
September 8th, 1157
868 years ago
Died
1199
826 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Born in 1157, this monarch ruled England from 1189 until his death in 1199. He is remembered for his role as a military leader during the Third Crusade, where he battled Saladin to reclaim Jerusalem. This king spent little of his reign in England, focusing instead on his military campaigns in the Holy Land. He was also known for his knightly valor and chivalric ideals.
Led the Third Crusade (1189-1192)
Secured the Treaty of Jaffa with Saladin
Defended Christian territories in the Holy Land
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