Keskaegne Inglismaa (1066-1485)
Richard II is known for trying to establish
absolutism in England
- He managed to surpress the Peasants' Revolt, a
rebellion of peasants, in 1381 while only 14 years
old
- The massive threat of their disobedience made the
King wary and this lead to the strive for absolutism
While the King was in Ireland, plotters were
gathering forces against him
Richard II was taken to the Tower where he
alledgedly resigned the crown to his cousin who
became Henry IV in 1399
By descendance, Henry IV was the first King
from the Lancaster branch
- During his reign, he had to face many rebellions,
most notably the Rebellion of the Welsh (1400-
1410) but was successful because of his son's
military abilities
Henry IV was succeeded by his son Henry V in
1413
- Notable victories in the Hundred Years' War, for
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