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This abbey near the Loire Valley in Anjou was founded by Robert of Arbrissel, a preacher.

1167

September 10

Matilda, the mother of King King Henry II of England died at Rouen, France, and was buried in Fontevraud Abbey. ^[1]

1189

July 6

King Henry II died at Chinon and was buried in the choir church of Fontevraud Abbey. Richard, his eldest son, became King of England. William Marshal, who served under Henry II and was favoured by Richard, was sent to England to prepare for Richard's arrival. ^[2]

1199

March

Richard besieged the castle at Chalus where some treasure had been unearthed. Richard believed it was his and tried to take the castle. Riding too close to the walls, Richard was shot in the shoulder. The castle then fell and the archer who shot Richard was brought before him. Richard forgave the archer but Richard's second in command had the archer executed. Richard died of his wounds. On his death bed, Richard nominated his brother John as his heir rather than Arthur of Brittany. Richard was buried at Fontevraud Abbey. ^[2]

1204

April 1

Eleanor, Henry II's wife and John's mother died. Eleanor was buried at Fontevraud Abbey . ^[3]