Which title did Henry IV hold before becoming King?
Earl of Richmond
Duke of York
Duke of Gloucester
Duke of Lancaster
Answer
As the Duke of Lancaster, Henry IV inherited substantial power and influence within the English nobility. His claim to the throne stemmed from his familial lineage as the grandson of King Edward III. Although born into a noble family, his rise to kingship involved numerous political maneuvers, conflicts, and ultimately, the overthrow of King Richard II, solidifying his position as the monarch of England in 1399.
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