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He was Duke of Normandy, invaded England, killed Harold Godwinesson, and took charge of the thrown.

No, he was king of England.

He believed he, not Harold Godwinson, should be king. In 1066, His army of knights defeated Harold's foot soldiers. William was then crowned king of England and became known as William the Conquerer. -Journey Across Time Glencoe

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