Duke Richard II of Normandy (1010s)

Name: Duke Richard II of Normandy (1010s)
Start: 1010
End: 1019

Type Event Region Europe Time 1010–1019

In the 1010s, Duke Richard II of Normandy continued consolidating the duchy's autonomy and prosperity, maintaining pragmatic ties with King Robert II…

Timeline

1010–1019Normandy · NormandyIn the 1010s, Richard II maintained the Duchy of Normandy's high degree of autonomy, both cooperating and competing with the Capetian king Robert II over borders and vassal relations, defending the duchy's interests through diplomatic and military means.
1013–1017Rouen · RouenRichard II continued to cultivate dynastic connections with England, supported the building of monasteries and castles within the duchy, promoted Normandy's commercial and agricultural prosperity, and consolidated its standing as an important feudal power in Western Europe.

Sources

Richard II, duke of Normandy https://www.britannica.com/biography/Richard-II-duke-of-Normandy