Appearance and Character
The Topography of Ireland by Gerald of Wales says that Henry and Richard were "both tall in stature, rather above the middle size, and of commanding aspect. In courage and magnanimity they were nearly equal; but in the character of their virtues there was great disparity... was admirable for gentleness and liberality...had a commendable suavity... commended for his easy temper... remarkable for his clemency... the vile and undeserving found their refuge in ... was the shield of bad men... was bent on martial sports... bestowed his favours on foreigners... ambition magnanimously compassed the world."
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