Did Richard the Lionheart really say 'I would rather die than be defeated.'?

Richard the Lionheart Quote Source & Citation:

I would rather die than be defeated.

— Richard the Lionheart Medieval · English king, Crusader

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"I am the hammer of God."

"No peace with infidels!"

"My word is my bond."

"Let them call me tyrant—better than being called weak."

"I will not yield an inch of ground."

A sentiment reflecting his fierce determination in battle.

Date: c. 1190

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