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Richard II (6 January 1367 – c. 14 February 1400 ), also known as Richard of Bordeaux, was King of England from 1377 until he was deposed in 1399. He was the son of Edward, Prince of Wales (later known as the Black Prince), and Joan, Countess of Kent. Richard's father died in 1376, leaving Richard as heir apparent to his grandfather, King ...
- 21 June 1377 – 29 September 1399
- Joan of Kent
Death Notes Richard II: Angevins or Plantagenets (England) 6 January 1367 1377–1399 c. 14 February 1400 Placed in Pontefract Castle, and probably murdered (or starved to death) there. Edward V: House of York (England) 4 November 1470 1483 c. 1483
NameHouseBornReignHouse of Alpin (Scotland)after 800843–858House of Alpin (Scotland)before 879900–943West Saxons (England)c. 923946–955West Saxons (England)c. 943959–975People also ask
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Apr 14, 2021 · Therefore, Richard was put to death. It is widely believed that Richard died of starvation on the 14 th of February 1400. Richard’s body was taken to London, and after the requiem mass at St. Paul’s Cathedral, was buried at King’s Langley Priory. In 1413, Henry V, decided to give Richard an honorable burial.
- Dhwty
Feb 17, 2011 · The cause of Richard's actions has often been considered a result of the death of his queen, who may have provided a restraining influence.
Jan 22, 2020 · Birth of Richard, eldest son of Edward the Black Prince and future Richard II of England. 8 Jun 1376 Death of Edward the Black Prince, eldest son of Edward III of England.
- Mark Cartwright
14 min read. At only ten years of age, Richard II assumed the crown, becoming King of England in June 1377 until his untimely and catastrophic demise in 1399. Born in January 1367 in Bordeaux, Richard was the son of Edward, Prince of Wales, more commonly known as the Black Prince. His father’s successful military escapades during the Hundred ...
This copy of Froissart’s Chroniques ( Royal MS 18 E ii) was made for King Edward IV (r. 1461 – 1470), who had also gained the throne of England after deposing the previous king, who died mysteriously thereafter. In this case the deposed king was Henry VI, grandson of Henry IV who had deposed Richard II. Perhaps Edward pondered on this ...
