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Richard I, King of England, (Lion-hearted)
  Known as:   Lion-hearted
 
  Category:   English King
 
  Born:   8 Sep 1157  at  Oxford, England  
 
  Died:   6 Apr 1199  at  Châlus, Duchy of Aquitaine , France  

Overview:   Fought in the Third Crusade (1189–92)
 
Biography:   Richard spent very little time in England during his reign. Most of his energies were consumed in the attempt to retake Jerusalem. He was undoubtedly a courageous leader and furthered his reputation while lifting the siege of Jaffa on the coast of Palestine. Richard I , King of England, Lion-hearted
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