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When and where was Richard III born?

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Richard III was born on October 2, 1452, at Fotheringhay Castle in Northamptonshire, England.1

While some historical accounts from the late 15th century claimed he had an unnatural birth, these stories—such as those describing a difficult labor or a breech birth—were likely invented after his death to malign his character.2