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How did Henry IV come into power?

  • Hereditary succession

  • Democratic election

  • Marrying a queen

  • Usurpation

Answer

Usurpation brought Henry IV to power. Following Richard II's unpopular reign marked by excessive taxation and the execution of popular nobles, Henry, the Duke of Lancaster, seized the opportunity to challenge the throne. Henry accused Richard of misgovernance and forced him to abdicate, becoming the first English king to assume power without hereditary succession.
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