Individual Details

William I the Conqueror, King of England

(Abt 1028 - 9 Sep 1087)

Reigned 1066-1087. Duke of Normandy 1035-1087. Invaded England defeated and
killed his rival Harold at the Battle of Hastings and became King. The Norman
conquest of England was completed by 1072 aided by the establishment of
feaudalism under which his followers were granted land in return for pledges
of service and loyalty. As King William was noted for his efficient if harsh
rule. His administration relied upon Norman and other foreign personnell
especially Lanfranc Archbishop of Canterbury. In 1085 started Domesday Book.

Events

BirthAbt 1028France, Normandy, Falaise
Marriage1053Normandy, Cathedral of Notre Dame d'Eu - Maud (Matilda) of Flanders
Death9 Sep 1087France, Near Rouen, Hermentrube
BurialNormandy, Caen, St Stephen Abbey

Families

SpouseMaud (Matilda) of Flanders (1032 - 1083)
ChildHenry I, King of England (1068 - 1135)

Endnotes

1. Lloyd, Brigitte Gastel and Brian Tompsett., Webpage on the History of England in Medieval Times History and Royalty Information. (Brigitte Gastel Lloyd, Brian Tompsett, 1998.).

2. Lloyd, Brigitte Gastel and Brian Tompsett., Webpage on the History of England in Medieval Times History and Royalty Information. (Brigitte Gastel Lloyd, Brian Tompsett, 1998.).

3. Lloyd, Brigitte Gastel and Brian Tompsett., Webpage on the History of England in Medieval Times History and Royalty Information. (Brigitte Gastel Lloyd, Brian Tompsett, 1998.).

4. Lloyd, Brigitte Gastel and Brian Tompsett., Webpage on the History of England in Medieval Times History and Royalty Information. (Brigitte Gastel Lloyd, Brian Tompsett, 1998.).