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Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Richard Ii and Crisis of Authority

For Students 9th - 10th
This article surveys the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, which was one of the first open challenges to royal authority in England. It goes on to discuss why Richard II was deposed and the importance of the concept that kings ruled under the...
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Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Reign of Richard Ii, 1377 to 1399

For Students 9th - 10th
Richard II of England reigned in a time of restive change brought on by Black Death. His personal view of kingship and his military decisions are highlighted as significant factors in his loss of the throne. The author offers the opinion...