What is Richard’s famous epithet?
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the Lionheart
He stood for bravery and a thirst for battle bordering on recklessness.
💡 Did you know? He became a legend already in his lifetime.
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In which crusade did Richard take part?
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the Third Crusade
The aim was to retake Jerusalem.
💡 Did you know? He could not take Jerusalem itself but secured access for pilgrims.
Which Muslim sultan did Richard fight in the Holy Land?
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Saladin
The two respected each other despite their bitter rivalry.
💡 Did you know? Their struggle for the Holy Land became the stuff of many legends.
Who captured Richard on his way back from the crusade?
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Duke Leopold V of Austria
Richard was later handed over to Emperor Henry VI.
💡 Did you know? Legend says his minstrel Blondel tracked him down.
What did England have to raise for Richard’s release?
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a huge ransom
The sum equalled several years of the crown’s income.
💡 Did you know? All of England was taxed to pay it.
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