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2A Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154–1216

Richard I and the Crusade

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Recall questions on Richard's reputation, his commitment to crusading and the effect of his priorities on the government of England.

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How did Richard I view crusading in relation to his personal faith?

Key term

How much time did Richard I actually spend in England during his ten-year reign?

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  1. 1

    What epithet was Richard I given, and what quality did it reflect?

    Model answer

    He was called 'Lionheart' (Coeur de Lion), reflecting his renowned martial prowess and military leadership.

  2. 2

    How did Richard I view crusading in relation to his personal faith?

    Model answer

    Richard demonstrated genuine religious devotion and saw crusading as a sacred duty that combined his martial abilities with service to God.

  3. 3

    What was Richard I's primary aim as king, and how did this affect his governance of England?

    Model answer

    His primary aim was the recovery of Jerusalem and the defence of the crusader states, which took precedence over governing England.

  4. 4

    When did Richard I take the cross, and what event prompted this decision?

    Model answer

    He took the cross in 1187 following news of Saladin's capture of Jerusalem, and departed on the Third Crusade in 1190.

  5. 5

    What were Richard I's two major military achievements during the Third Crusade?

    Model answer

    He captured Acre in 1191 and won a significant victory at the Battle of Arsuf against Saladin's forces.

  6. 6

    What did the Treaty of Jaffa (1192) achieve for the crusaders?

    Model answer

    It secured a three-year truce with Saladin and guaranteed Christian pilgrim access to Jerusalem, though the city itself was not recaptured.

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