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What happened to Triple H in 1995?
In the fall of 1995, Triple H began a feud with the hog farmer Henry O. Godwinn.
Why did Triple H and Henry O. Godwinn begin a feud?
Did Triple H fight Henry O. Godwinn in the ring?
The feud between Triple H and Henry O. Godwinn culminated in an infamous Hog Pen match at In Your House 5: Seasons Beatings, where Triple H was victorious.
What happened after the In Your House 5: Seasons Beatings  match with Henry O. Godwinn?
Triple H's career stalled during 1996, starting off with a feud with Duke The Dumpster Droese following a loss during the Free for All at 1996 Royal Rumble.
What did Triple H do in 1996?
On June 1, 1996, Triple H appeared on an episode of Superstars in a match against Marty Garner.

Question: When did he become intercontinental champion?
Self-contained rewrite: When did Triple H become intercontinental champion?