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William The Conquerer

William I was born in the year 1028, His father was Robert I Duke of Normandy. His mother's name was Herleva. He was born in Falaise Normandy. He was an only child. During his reign as duke he face several challenges such as illegitimate birth and being so young. He was 7 or 8 at the time.

Life as the Duke

After one of his main supporters Archbishop Robert died Normandy fell into anarchy William lost many of his supporters. Many people wanted to gain custody to gain power. Many people were killed in the process. In late 1046 enemies of William united to overthrough William. Luckily for William the enemies failed.

Warfare

After the battle of Val-ès-Dunes near Caen William Reassumed power of normandy and established the Truth of God to limit violence and limit the days fighing was permitted. Although the battle marked the turning point of his reign he was still fighting for power. The years 1047-1054 had endless warfare.

Invasions on Normany and Later Life

William and his army chased Guy of Burgundy back to his castle in Brionne. He later killed him in 1050. King Henry and Norman rebels launched a double invasion on William's empire. William's empire was saved at the Battle of Mortermer. Henry and the rebels attacked again in 1057 but were defeated at the Battle of Varaville this was the last invasion of Normandy during William's reign. He married Matilda of Falanders and had 4 sons and 5 or 6 daughters. He later died on September 9, 1087.

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