# Richard II becomes king (1377)

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Categories: ruler-change

The ten-year-old Richard succeeded Edward III. Within the broader Medieval Kingdoms period, the English, Scottish and Welsh polities were reshaped by conquest, parliamentary development, dynastic conflict, plague and long wars with France. This event is placed at 1377 in the chronology so it can be read alongside the political, military, social and cultural changes around it. His minority and later personal rule produced deep conflict with magnates and Parliament.

## Why it matters
His minority and later personal rule produced deep conflict with magnates and Parliament.

Ruler at the time: [Richard II](https://english-history.com/rulers/richard-ii)

## Sources
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- [Wikipedia — Timeline of British history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_British_history_%281000%E2%80%931499%29)
- [UK Parliament — Living Heritage](https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/)