King Alfred the Great (849-899) At twenty he became king of Wessex and began to prepare for the defence of the country. He built a feet of ships and fortifications on the coasts. The small kingdoms were united to fight against the invaders. After the victory over the Danes, King Alfred did much for his people. He opened schools, asked scholars to translate into English the best works of world literature and worked out the English code. The English people named him Alfred the Great.
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King Alfred the Great (849-899)At twenty he became king of Wessex and began to prepare for the defence of the country. He built a feet of ships and fortifications on the coasts. The small kingdoms were united to fight against the invaders. After the victory over the Danes, King Alfred did much for his people. He opened schools, asked scholars to translate into English the best works of world literature and worked out the English code. The English people named him Alfred the Great.
King William I, the Conqueror (1066 – 1087)
Nationality: NormanAlso Known by the Nickname: William the BastardLifespan: 1028 - 1087Reigned as King of England: 1066 - 1087Date of Birth: William the Conqueror was born in 1028 - his exact date of birth is unknownAccomplishments: Victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Building great castles in England, including the Tower of London. The Domesday Book. The Bayeux Tapestry.
King Henry II (1154 – 1189)•Nationality: French / English•Reigned as King of England: 1154–1189•Date succeeded to the throne of England: 1154. His coronation was on 19 December 1154•Character of King Henry II: Clever, strong, determined and spirited. He had a terrible temper•Accomplishments or why King Henry II was famous: He was the first of the Plantagenet or Angevin Kings. He made Ireland a part of his vast domain.
Richard I the Lionhearted(1189 – 1199)Nationality: EnglishThe third son of Henry II. He was in England for only ten months, spending the other time fighting in the Crusades. He spoke very little English. He is usually depicted as a brave, warrior king.Richard had no children, so the next king was his brother John.
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