William the Conqueror used terror as a strategic tool to consolidate his control over England following the Norman Conquest in 1066. He employed brutal tactics, such as the widespread destruction of rebellious towns and the harsh punishment of dissenters, which instilled fear among the populace. This atmosphere of terror discouraged resistance and rebellion, as people were aware of the severe consequences of opposing his rule. Additionally, the imposition of Norman authority through fortified castles and the redistribution of land to loyal nobles further solidified his grip on power.
Because it had more force and power over the people of England
To control his subjects through fear.
William the conqueror was the king ofEngland for 21 years 1066-1087. He had many ways of controlling England for example the feudal system, the motte and bailey and terror.The feudal system was when William the conqueror gave some of his land to the knight or lords and the knight or lords to the peasants to work for them.William the conqueror had many castles because when the Saxons came to England to invade. The English would run up into the castle and stay there It was always on a very steep hill and people would throw down ladders so the villagers could climb up, then they would pull the ladder up so the Saxons couldn't get there until the main army came and defeated the enemy.For King William to pay for the mercenary army he hired to defend his kingdom; he needed a record of all financial and military resources available to him.He commissioned a survey of all the land and people in it, including even the farm animals. He wanted to know who owned what, how much it was worth and how much was owed to the King in tax, rents and military service.William the conqueror used terror to make people listen to him. For example, he got his knight to kill people.William was cruel man but a good king. He did have many ways to make the people of England listen to him. His is the most famous king.
The Reign of Terror, initiated by the revolutionary government in France, helped William consolidate control by instilling fear among the populace and suppressing dissent. By executing perceived enemies and enforcing strict measures, it created an atmosphere of compliance and obedience. This brutal crackdown allowed William to eliminate rivals and establish his authority, as the threat of violence deterred opposition and fostered loyalty among his supporters. Ultimately, the terror facilitated a more centralized and authoritarian rule.
by making as domesday book , building castles, creating a feudal system and using terror
he did he ordered his soldiers to attack and kill the people of England and to gather up the crops and burn then so there was famine in the land he also attacked the people who were in Harold's army in case they conspired to kill him
William the Conqueror used terror by implementing harsh laws, conducting violent military campaigns to crush resistance, and building strategic castles to maintain control. He also used bribery to secure loyalty from powerful nobles and supporters, often through the distribution of land and titles.
Terror
They used violence and terror to control elections.
Used propaganda and Terror and Controlled education
The Reign of Terror was mass chaos.
Propaganda, Terror and controlled education