Historical Figure
Henry II of England
1133–1189
King of England from 1154 to 1189
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Key Dates
Birth
1133 March 5, 1133 →Biography
Henry II was King of England from 1154 until his death in 1189. During his reign he controlled England, substantial parts of Wales and Ireland, and much of France, an area that was later called the Angevin Empire, and also held power over Scotland for a time and the Duchy of Brittany.
Timeline
William I of Scotland, a key rebel in the Revolt of 1173-1174, is captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to Henry II of England.
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