What was the main reason for John's nickname, "Lackland"?
Lack of intelligence
No military victories
Not expected to inherit lands
Unpopular ruler
Answer
John was nicknamed "Lackland" because he was not expected to inherit significant lands as the youngest of four sons. The nickname highlights his initially limited prospects for inheriting territory.
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