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By building huge, impregnable castles. An example is Caerphilly Castle it is one of the great medieval castles of western Europe. Several factors give it this pre-eminence - its immense size (1.2h), making it the largest in Britain after Windsor, its large-scale use of water for defence and the fact that it is the first truly concentric castle in Britain. Of the time of its building in the late 13th century, it was a revolutionary masterpiece of military planning One of Henry III's most powerful and ambitious barons, Gilbert de Clare, lord of Glamorgan, built this castle. His purpose was to secure the area and prevent lowland south Wales from falling into the hands of the Welsh leader Llywelyn the Last, who controlled most of mid and north Wales. De Clare built other castles on the northern fringes of his territory for the same purpose, such as Castell Coch. He had seized the upland district of Senghenydd, in which Caerphilly lies, from the Welsh in 1266 to act as a buffer against Llywelyn's southward ambitions. Llywelyn realised the threat and tried but failed to prevent the castle from being built; it was begun on 11 April 1268, was attacked by Llywelyn in 1270, and was begun again in 1271. This time it was completed without hindrance. Its message was not lost on Llywelyn, who retreated northwards.

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How did Williams sheriffs help him control England?

The sheriffs of the country helped King William the Conqueror by collecting taxes. He also ordered the sheriffs to arrest people who could not or would not pay taxes.


How did William the Conqueror and Henry the second strengthen English royal power?

they forced feudal lords to swore allegiance to them and try to gain higher authority over the churches.


How long did it take for England to gain control of Wales?

It took England the better part of two centuries to gain control of Wales. Part of the reason it took so long was that England did not try to make the take over in a single campaign. It was a stop and go procedure as England was involved in various other wars.


Why did William want to use the feudal system?

He invented it to gain money easily, so he could gain peoples trust and so he wouldn't have to worry about a rebellion. This is just a summary but it was so he could get everyone to like him


What was William the conquerors interests?

William the Conqueror, originally known as William the Bastard, was primarily interested in expanding his power and territory. He sought to solidify his control over England after his successful invasion in 1066, aiming to establish a strong, centralized monarchy. Additionally, he was concerned with the administration of his domains, implementing the feudal system to manage land and loyalty among his vassals. His interests also included enhancing the Church's influence, as he sought to gain legitimacy and support through religious authority.

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How did King William gain social control of England?

King William is also known as William the Conqueror. He took control of the country in 1066 and ruled until 1087.


How did Williams sheriffs help him control England?

The sheriffs of the country helped King William the Conqueror by collecting taxes. He also ordered the sheriffs to arrest people who could not or would not pay taxes.


How did William the Conqueror gain the position of the most important person in England?

because he won the battle of hastings with his special trick


How did the feudal system begin?

William the conqueror (also known as William, Duke of Normandy or William I) first made the feudal system because he wanted to gain power and control over England. Also, he gave lands to people for homeage and the knights worked for him. Also, they had to pay tax for their lands so that way, William could pay the Knights.


How did William the Conqueror gain power in England?

got 7 j's and ruled England like a true king.


How did William the Conqueror and Henry the second strengthen English royal power?

they forced feudal lords to swore allegiance to them and try to gain higher authority over the churches.


How did England gain control of the other countries to become the united kingdom?

Wales: War Scotland: Money Ireland: Ignorance


What is the difference between explorer and conqueror?

A conqueror goes somewhere to take over the land and gain power over the country's inhabitants. An explorer only goes somewhere to discover more and find out about the life, culture of the country's.


How long did it take for England to gain control of Wales?

It took England the better part of two centuries to gain control of Wales. Part of the reason it took so long was that England did not try to make the take over in a single campaign. It was a stop and go procedure as England was involved in various other wars.


From whom England wanted to gain independence?

In 1066 William the Conqueror crossed the English Channel & invaded England & became king. Ever since then England has had a contiuous reign of the monarchy (Give or take a few instances) & remained independent of foreign control. Many centuries before that England was a part of the Roman Empire.


Why did William want to use the feudal system?

He invented it to gain money easily, so he could gain peoples trust and so he wouldn't have to worry about a rebellion. This is just a summary but it was so he could get everyone to like him


What was William the conquerors interests?

William the Conqueror, originally known as William the Bastard, was primarily interested in expanding his power and territory. He sought to solidify his control over England after his successful invasion in 1066, aiming to establish a strong, centralized monarchy. Additionally, he was concerned with the administration of his domains, implementing the feudal system to manage land and loyalty among his vassals. His interests also included enhancing the Church's influence, as he sought to gain legitimacy and support through religious authority.