Who was Richard II?
Q: Who was Richard II?
A: Richard II was the Duke of Normandy from 996 to 1026.
Q: What title did Richard II assume?
A: Richard II was the first to assume the title of duke.
Q: Why is Richard II known as "the Good" in French?
A: Richard II is known as "the Good" because of his reputation for being a just and fair ruler.
Q: What did Richard II do to his court?
A: Richard II built up his court to resemble that of a king.
Q: Who did Richard II commission to write a history of the Norman Dukes?
A: Richard II commissioned Dudo of Saint-Quentin to write a detailed history of the Norman Dukes.
Q: What was the purpose of the history of the Norman Dukes commissioned by Richard II?
A: The history of the Norman Dukes commissioned by Richard II was intended to show their nobility and Christian patronage.
Q: When did Richard II die?
A: Richard II died on 28 August 1026.
