Angevin Empire Flashcards
1
Q
Who built up the Angevin Empire?
A
King Henry II
2
Q
Where was it?
A
Built around Anjou, half of Ireland, Britain, Half of France.
3
Q
Why was the Angevin Empire lost?
- LEADERSHIP -
A
Richard died and John took over.
John:
- Raised taxes: upset many nobles
- Very angry man: killed his nephew
- Took hostages to make barrens stay under control
ALL LAND IN FRANCE WAS LOST
4
Q
Why was the Angevin Empire lost?
- ECONOMIC DIFFICULTIES -
A
Richard I
Used most money so didn’t have enough when King Philip of France tried to take the land back.
5
Q
What king(s) was responsible for losing it?
A
King John
Richard I —> Spent most money and time fighting crusades so didn’t have enough money when King Philip of France began to fight for the land.
