Henry II

Henry II and Thomas Becket

Why was Thomas Becket important to Henry II? – Thomas Becket and Henry II – KS3 History Revision – BBC Bitesize

A good introduction to Henry II can be found here.

Part two of the documentary can be found here.

The climax is covered in part three which can be found here.

Eleanor of Aquitaine (fun).

The Film ‘Becket’ from 1964

Thomas Becket saying that he will be judged by the pope alone:

Excommunication of baron Gilbert scene

Assassination and penance