When Richard the Lionheart got married, he was busy with the Crusades, so his bride came to Cyprus for the wedding.
Richard then deposed the ruler of Cyprus, claiming the island for England.
Richard wrapped the ruler in gold and silver chains and presented him to the new queen as a wedding gift!
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u/ditord Oct 29 '24
When Richard the Lionheart got married, he was busy with the Crusades, so his bride came to Cyprus for the wedding. Richard then deposed the ruler of Cyprus, claiming the island for England. Richard wrapped the ruler in gold and silver chains and presented him to the new queen as a wedding gift!