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King Henry II
Born
5th March 1133, Le Mans, France.
Parents
Geoffrey of Anjou and Empress Matilda (daughter of Henry I of England).
Great grandson of William the Conqueror.
Married
Eleanor of Aquitaine 1152-1189.
Coronation
19th December 1154. Reign 19th December 1154 – 6th July 1189.
Claim to the Throne
Nephew of King Stephen.
Died
6th July 1189, Chinon, France. Cause of death perforated ulcer.
Buried – Fontevraud Abbey, Anjou, France.
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