Richard was a good King

McLynn 'Much of his poor reputation rests on anachronistic misunderstandings'
Had many military talents
High taxes were essential: Saladin Tithe was introduced to raise money for Crusade, money was needed for Richard's ransom (He can't be blamed for high taxation)
1. Saladin Tithe was introduced by Henry in 1187
2. The Quit-claim, which helped raise money for Crusade, was beneficial in the long run; when John rebelled in 1193-4 the Scots did not invade England
  1. Peace on his northern border
Good delagator and left England in good hands during his absences - Hubert Walter
Unlike the reigns of Henry and John, there was no trouble along the Celtic fringes due to Richard's tact and diplomacy
1. Celtic Fringes: Wales, Scotland and Ireland
'Prudence and foresight characterized Richard's placement of sheriffs, not carelessness and recklessness'
Though he was arguably generous to John, he paid him off with the wealth appropriate to his status but with very little power
Lack of presentism was the norm in 1189. Contempories believed Richard's main duty was the recovery of Jerusalem
He was a success as he fulfilled his kingly responsibilities to defend Angevin patrimony

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