What was the motto on Henry II's seal?
Renovatio regni Francorum
Renovatio imperii Romanorum
Vivat Rex
In God We Trust
Answer
The motto on Henry II's seal was "Renovatio regni Francorum," which means "The renewal of the kingdom of the Franks." This motto was chosen by Henry II because he wanted to restore the power and prestige of the French monarchy. Henry II had been crowned king of France in 1154, but he faced many challenges to his authority.
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