Henry II was King of England from 1154 until his death in 1189. During his reign he controlled England, limited parts of Wales and Ireland, and much of France, an area that was later called the Angevin Empire, and also held power over Scotland for a time and the Duchy of Brittany. Born: March 12, 1133 Died: July 13, 1189 In office: December 26, 1154 – July 13, 1189 Wiki link