Henry the Younger dies in 1183 of dysentery.

1. Henry the Younger dies in 1183 of dysentery. This opens up the debate regarding the succession of Henry II. It should be Richard- however there are issues with regards him and his past rebellions, his close relationship with Eleanor. If Henry was to announced that Richard was to be his successor then this could lead to a challenge to HII throne and further rebellion. Henry favours prince John who is his favourite. Alys, Countess of the Vexin, betrothed to Richard, duke of Aquitaine. Mistress of Henry II, Half brother of Phillip II Henry the Younger dies in 1183 of dysentery. Countess of the Vexin 1160 –1220) Alice, Alais, was the daughter of King Louis VII of France and his second wife Constance of Castile. In January 1169, Louis and Henry II of England signed a contract for the marriage between Alys and Henry's son Richard. The 8 year-old Alys was then sent to England as Henry's ward. Alys was the half sister of Phillip II. (Both had Lois VII as father) Philip had offered Alys to Prince John, but Eleanor prevented the match, wanting to preserve the inheritance of Richard