King Henry II of England on the Web

Biographical

Catholic Encyclopedia: Henry II
Concise overview by Herbert Thurston.

Henry II (1154-1189)
Brief bio at Britannia Internet Magazine.

The Character and Legacy of Henry II New
Seven-page examination of Henry's life and reign, by Dr. Mike Ibeji at the BBC.

Henry's Reign

Common Law - Birth of a State, Henry II and the Angevins New
Five page look at Henry's significant contribution to English law, by Dr. John Hudson at the BBC.

England during the Crusades: Henry II
Feature by Dr. Knox offers info on Henry's battle with Becket, his influence on English law and his part in the Crusades.

Henry II: An Imperialist King? New
Nine pages exploring England's international relations under Henry's leadership, by Dr. Mike Ibeji at the BBC.

Primary Sources

The Bull of Pope Adrian IV Empowering Henry II to Conquer Ireland
Modern English translation of the Bull at the Avalon project.

Concerning Loans from the Jews
Excerpt of the law at Paul Halsall's Medieval Sourcebook.

Grant of Freedom from Wreck to Men of Lübeck, 1176
The grant online at Paul Halsall's Medieval Sourcebook.

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