Kulottunga I vs Richard of Cornwall

During Kulottunga I's reign, the Chola hold over Sri Lanka weakened. The Sinhalese king Vijayabahu I expelled Chola forces from the island, ending Chola rule there after several decades.

Kulottunga I became the Chola emperor, succeeding his cousin Adhirajendra. He was a descendant of both the Chola and Chalukya dynasties, and his accession united the two kingdoms under his rule, marking the beginning of the Chalukya-Chola period.

Kulottunga I fought a series of wars against the Western Chalukya king Vikramaditya VI. The conflict was over control of the Vengi region and resulted in a stalemate, with neither side achieving decisive victory.

Kulottunga I implemented administrative reforms, including land revenue assessments and temple patronage. He granted lands to Brahmins and temples, particularly at Chidambaram and Kanchipuram, which strengthened his rule and religious legitimacy.

Kulottunga I led a military campaign into Kalinga (modern Odisha). The Chola army defeated the Kalinga forces and extracted tribute, extending Chola influence into the region.

Richard of Cornwall was elected King of Germany by a faction of prince-electors, opposing Alfonso X of Castile. This election was part of the Great Interregnum, with Richard receiving support from the English crown and the Papacy.

Richard of Cornwall was crowned King of Germany in Aachen by the Archbishop of Cologne. His coronation was contested by Alfonso X, and Richard's authority was largely confined to the Rhineland and parts of southern Germany.

Richard of Cornwall returned to England after spending several years in Germany. His departure weakened his influence in the Holy Roman Empire, and he never returned, leaving the German throne contested until the end of the Great Interregnum.

Richard of Cornwall died at Berkhamsted Castle in England. His death ended his claim to the German throne, and he was succeeded by Rudolf of Habsburg, who ended the Great Interregnum.