On this day in history, the 19th of December 1154,Henry II was crowned at Westminster Abbey. He succeeds the medieval king, King Stephen. Then, Henry II is succeeded by King Richard in 1189. Although King Henry II was crowned king at Westminster Abbey in December, he technically became king on the 25th of October 1154. This is because, throughout history, monarchs have become king or queen, the moment the former king or queen dies. So, the heir to the throne will become king or queen automatically, when a monarch passes. Although, it hasn't always gone that smoothly in history, with their being challenges to the throne. The coronation of a monarch officially gives them that title. Henry II died on the 6th of July 1189 in France. When he died, Richard I became king. Henry II is a lesser-known medieval king, he is overshadowed by his successor, Richard I. Richard I is better known in history for the crusades. He is also known for thelegend of Robin Hood.
The tales of Robin Hood have been passed down through the ages. With Richard battling in the crusades and Robin Hood battling the Sherriff of Nottingham, his reign as king is better known to the world.
Henry's is lesser known. He is known for his invasion of France and the Thomas Beckett controversy. He also had six children with his wife Elenor of Aquitaine.
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