# Richard I - King of England

URL: https://english-history.com/rulers/richard-i
Reign: 1189 - 1199
Born-Died: 1157 - 1199
Dynasty: Plantagenets
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_I_of_England

Richard the Lionheart spent much of his reign abroad on crusade, in captivity or defending his continental lands. His military reputation became legendary, though the costs of warfare placed heavy demands on England.

## Succession
- Preceded by: [Henry II](https://english-history.com/rulers/henry-ii)
- Succeeded by: [John](https://english-history.com/rulers/john)

## Timeline events during this reign
- 1189 - [Richard I becomes king](https://english-history.com/timeline/1189-richard-i-becomes-king)
- 1190 - [York massacre of the Jewish community](https://english-history.com/timeline/1190-york-massacre-of-the-jewish-community)
- 1192 - [Richard I is captured on return from crusade](https://english-history.com/timeline/1192-richard-i-is-captured-on-return-from-crusade)
- 1194 - [Richard I returns to England](https://english-history.com/timeline/1194-richard-i-returns-to-england)
- 1199 - [King John succeeds Richard I](https://english-history.com/timeline/1199-king-john-succeeds-richard-i)