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William II of Normandy, AKA William the Conquerer, invaded England with an army of Normans, Bretons, and French, defeating Harold II at The Battle of Hastings and ending Anglo-Saxon rule.
The English elite had their lands and titles confiscated; some fled into exile in Scotland, Ireland, Scandinavia, and the Byzantine Empire. The elite among William's followers were rewarded with castles and land (as noted in the Domesday Book), and Norman French became the language of the government, courts, and upper classes. In the church, senior English office holders were either replaced with Normans immediately or when they died. There appears to have been a formal elimination of slavery, which may or may not have been because of the invasion, but otherwise there was little change to the structure of government.
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What is a notable date in England's history?
1066
In 1066 much of the early history of England was written by monks what is the name you give to such people?
historians?
When exactly did the Normans come to England?
In the year of 1066
What two important events that happened in 449-1066 AD?
The Anglo Saxons took over Britain which they later called England
When did Harold Godwinson become king?
Harold Godwinson was the last Anglo-Saxon King of England, who reigned England from January 6, 1066 until his death at the Battle of Hastings on October 14, 1066.
What is a notable date in England's history?
1066
Where did the events of the Bayeux tapestry take place?
England. It depicts the events leading up to the Norman conquest in 1066.
Why is the year 1066 significant in European history?
the year 1066 is when King Haraldr of Norway died trying to conquer England
Why was 1066 not a turning point?
In 1066, William the Great invaded England and claimed it for the Normans. This was a turning point in European history.
What roman numeral that has great significance in your history?
MLXVI (1066) The year that the Normans invaded England.
Which event marked the end of Anglo Saxon period?
The Anglo-Saxon period of English history ended with the Norman conquest in 1066.
In 1066 much of the early history of England was written by monks what is the name you give to such people?
historians?
When exactly did the Normans come to England?
In the year of 1066
Who led the army that invade England in 1066?
William of Normandy invaded England in 1066
What two important events that happened in 449-1066 AD?
The Anglo Saxons took over Britain which they later called England
What has the author Edmund King written?
Edmund King has written: 'Medieval England, 1066-1485' -- subject(s): History
How did William the Conqueror gain power in England?
got 7 j's and ruled England like a true king.
