Henry I, also known as Henry Beauclerc, was aged 66 or 67 years old at the time of his death.
The Lifespan of Henry I
Henry I was born around 1068 and passed away on December 1, 1135. The approximate nature of his birth year, indicated by "c. 1068," leads to the age being cited as either 66 or 67. This slight variability accounts for whether his 67th birthday had fully passed by the time of his death in late 1135.
Key details about his life and death are summarized below:
Detail | Description |
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Born | c. 1068, possibly Selby, Yorkshire, England |
Died | December 1, 1135 |
Age at Death | 66–67 years old |
Place of Death | Saint-Denis-en-Lyons, Normandy, France |
Burial Site | Reading Abbey |
Henry I was a significant figure in English history, ruling as King of England from 1100 and Duke of Normandy from 1106 until his death. His reign was notable for administrative and legal reforms, as well as the succession crisis that followed his death.