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123. World Cup of Kings and Queens part 1

The Rest Is History

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Crusades, Rivalries, and Romanticized Kingship

This chapter explores the complex relationships and rivalries during the Crusades, particularly between Leopold of Austria, Philip II of France, and Richard the Lionheart. It recounts key events such as the capture of Acre and Richard's eventual capture, while also examining his contrasting image in folklore and politics.

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