Richard I
General
Richard I was king of England and one of the principal commanders of the Third Crusade.
Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Richard I of England |
| Born | 1157 |
| Died | 1199 |
| Era | High Middle Ages |
| Role | King and crusade commander |
| Allegiance | Angevin England |
| Known For | Leadership at Acre and Arsuf |
| Major Conflicts | Third Crusade |
| Historical Significance | Iconic crusading monarch in western memory |
Historical Context
Richard arrived in the Levant with major naval and military resources after prolonged preparations.
Role in Key Events
He played a decisive role in Siege of Acre, 1189-1191 and won the field battle of Battle of Arsuf, 1191.
Legacy
His crusading reputation shaped medieval and modern representations of chivalric kingship.
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