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Henry IV (c. April 1367 – 20 March 1413), also known as Henry Bolingbroke, was King of England from 1399 to 1413. Henry was the son of John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster , himself the son of Edward III .
- 30 September 1399 – 20 March 1413
- Blanche of Lancaster
Mar 23, 2024 · Henry IV, king of England from 1399 to 1413, the first of three 15th-century monarchs from the house of Lancaster. He gained the crown by usurpation and successfully consolidated his power in the face of repeated uprisings of powerful nobles. Learn more about Henry IV in this article.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jan 29, 2020 · Henry IV of England ruled as king from 1399 to 1413 CE. Known as Henry Bolingbroke, Duke of Lancaster before he became king, Henry clashed with his cousin Richard II of England (r. 1377-1399 CE) and was exiled in 1397 CE. Returning to England with a small army in the summer of 1399 CE, Henry made himself king as Richard's support collapsed.
- Mark Cartwright
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House. House of Lancaster. Father. John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster. Mother. Blanche of Lancaster. Illuminated miniature, c. 1402. Henry IV (3 April 1367 – 20 March 1413) was a King of England. He was born at Bolingbroke Castle in Lincolnshire, which is why he was often called "Henry Bolingbroke".
- 13 October 1399
- Richard II
- 30 September 1399 – 20 March 1413
- Henry V
Feb 19, 2021 · Learn about the life, health and rule of Henry IV, who seized the throne from Richard II in 1399 and faced many rebellions and plots. Find out how he was crowned, deposed, and died, and what legacy he left behind.
Jun 28, 2017 · Learn about Henry IV, the king who overthrew Richard II and faced many rebellions and plagues in his reign. Find out how he died in 1413 and was succeeded by his son, Henry V.
Jan 12, 2022 · Learn about the life and reign of Henry IV, who seized the throne from Richard II in 1399 and founded the Lancastrian dynasty. Find out about his family, his conflicts, his skin disease, his son Henry V and his death.
