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Hereward the Wake
Hereward the Wake was the leader of the last organized Saxon resistance to William the Conqueror.
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Hereward the Wake at Ely
Hereward the Wake lead the last major English Resistance to William the Conqueror. His later life and death are a matter of speculation.
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King Harold Godwinson
Harold Godwinson used politics to become King of England, however, his reign would soon end when he faced William the Conqueror on the Battlefield of Hastings, 1066
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The Battle of Hastings, 1066
In late September of 1066, William, Duke of Normandy, brought an army across the English Channel to fight for his claim to the English Throne.
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The Childhood of William the Conqueror
Part one of a three-part series about the private life of England's King William I.
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The Marriage of William the Conqueror
Duke William of Normandy's marriage to Matilda of Flanders; and why he believed himself to be the rightful heir to the throne of England. This article is part two in the series "The Private Life of William the Conqueror."
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The Secret of the Bayeux Tapestry
This is about the Bayeux Tapestry which tells the story of the Norman invasion of England.
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The Terrible Death of William the Conqueror
William the Conqueror's later years, including his invasion of England, his battle with his son Robert Curthose, and his terrible death.
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William the Conqueror
William Duke of Normandy lead the last successful invasion of England, winning his greatest victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
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Battle of Hastings Part 1
The Battle of Hastings started out well for Harold. Would William be able to finish the job?
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Battle of Hastings: The Finale
The Battle of Hastings ended in victory for William and defeat and death for Harold. But William would find it tough going, both near the end of the battle and after.
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Henry I
Henry I was the youngest son of William the Conqueror, gaining the English throne after William II's death in the New Forest, whilst his brother Robert was in France.
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King Harold II of England
Best known for being defeated by William I, Harold had previously defeated a Viking force and successfully invaded England himself.
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King William I of England
By the time he died, at the ripe old age of 60, he had made an indelible mark on the history of Great Britain and Normandy.
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The Danish Monarchy 1080-1095
With Canute the Holy on the throne the Danes once again had a true viking ruling their country, but Canute's reign was marked with deception, rebellion and brutal murder.
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William of Normandy: A Disputed Crown
William of Normandy had lots of power at his disposal and a full head of steam operating on an alleged promise of the crown of England and a disputed oath of fealty.
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Normandy Travel Facts & Trivia
Northern France: Information on the Museum for the Peace, the Charles De Gaulle Memorial, D-Day beaches, Mont St Michel, and Memorials at Pointe du Hoc & Omaha.
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Christina of Markyate
In medieval society most young women accepted the suitors chosen by their parents and they married when they were instructed to do so. But what if they didn't?
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East Sussex Tourist Attractions, South England
East Sussex coastline has many fascinating tourist attractions. William the Conqueror landed here and the Prince Regent built the Royal Pavilion here.
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Events that led to the Battle of Hastings
Arguably the Battle of Hastings was one of those very rare moments when the future of England was reshaped by a single event, and it's aftermath.
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History of the Census
Today's US Census is a far cry from its humble beginnings some 2500 years ago. And it's still evolving.
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LINEN...SPANNING TIME
When speaking with my five year old niece Rachel the other day, she so innocently asked me what I was doing. I answered her with, "why I'm washing my linen!" She then asked, "Aunt Joan, what is linen?" That's when I decided that the history of linen would be my next article! Thank you Rachel!
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Overview of the Norman Kings
From 1066 England was ruled by the descendants of William the Conqueror for almost 100 years, allowing French influence to entrench itself upon the governance of England.
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The Battle of Hastings Book Review
A fascinating account of the Battle of Hastings and its two most important opponents; William of Normandy and King Harold of England.
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The Historic Town of Lewes
Lewes, county town of East Sussex and an hour by train from London, is an historic English town with a long tradition of dissent. It even has its own currency.
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The Medieval Woman
In William the Conqueror's time women searched for ways to avoid male domination. Entering a convent or becoming an anchoress were two choices for medieval women.
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The Saddest Spot on Earth
Murders, imprisonments, beheadings - there was no shortage of horrors committed in England's Tower of London, and there is no shortage of myths, either. See for yourself what lengths some people would go to for power and wealth.
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York Minster
York Minster completes conservation of St. William's Window and begins work on Great East Window thought by historians to be equal in importance to the Sistine Chapel.
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Queen Victoria's 'Family' Christmas
Travelsleuth Stuart Buchanan MacWatt traces England's family Christmas tradition back to Queen Victoria and her beloved Consort, Prince Albert in 1841 and looks back over 1000 years of history to the Christmas banquets of William the Conqueror.
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The Medieval Origins of Westminster Palace
Westminster Palace has been a seat of government for more than 1,000 years and the building has one of the longest histories of any official residence in Europe.
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Celebrity Birthdays
A Record-Breaking Chimp turns 74 and Queen Elizabeth is 80
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Her Majesty The Queen, ‘Seigneur of the Swans’
The Travelsleuth follows the annual swan upping ceremony on the Thames before looking at the gluttonous feasting enjoyed by Henry VIII and his courtiers in the magnificent Great Hall of Hampton Court Palace.
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The Royal Hunt –Goodbye to all that!
Travelsleuth Stuart Buchanan MacWatt marks the probable demise of hunting the fox to hounds in the United Kingdom and traces 1600 years of royal hunting history from Offa and King Alfred to Charles, Prince of Wales.
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British Foods, mostly Cheese!
Synopsis: Detailing the quality, diversity and authenticity of artisan cheesemakers. The revival of old Cheese recipes and development of new ones.
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Castle Fortifications Transformed to Stone
As hunter-gatherers gradually evolved into landowners and their livelihoods changed, they needed more protection. Castles provided them shelter and safety.
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CHAMONIX SKIING PART THREE: CHAMONIX PAST
Travel Article on Chamonix Skiing
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Explore France - Normandy for Seaside & Culture
Much to see and do in Normandy, from Beach walking, World War ll Landing Beaches, fine cuisine and one of France's top tourist attractions, Mont-St.Michel.
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King Edward VIII’s Abdication
Because of his love for Wallis Simpson, King Edward VIII became the only monarch in British history to voluntarily give up the throne.*
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London Top Five Travel Attractions
Of London's many visitor attractions, any list of the best things to see on vacation would include Big Ben, the River Thames, St Paul's Cathedral and the London Eye.
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Parts of a Medieval Castle – The Keep
The keep was the strongest part of a castle and usually the last to fall in an attack.
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The New Forest, Beaulieu, Hampshire, U.K.
The largest tract of semi-natural woodland in Western Europe, the New Forest in Hampshire, England, is for people looking for ancient villages and spectacular scenery.
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UK Winchester – The Original Capital of England
Winchester was chosen by Alfred the Great to be England's capital and here, in the 9th-century (871) he was crowned. It remained the capital for several centuries.
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William Rufus
After the rebellion of one brother, and the death of another, William Rufus succeded his father, William the Conqueror, as King of England.
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10 Things to do in York
The Romans, Vikings and Normans all settled in York and shaped its character. Today, visitors find a vibrant city, with a living history.
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Accessible York Minster
York Minster is one of England's great cathedrals, and very accessible. It can be more relaxing than seeing Westminster Abbey in London.
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An Historical Overview of The Tower of London
The intriguing and sinister history surrounding The Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels are kept, makes it one of London's most captivating tourist attractions.
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Becket on DVD
It's solid in story and scale but the best reasons to see it are the performances of two film powerhouses: Peter O'Toole and Richard Burton
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Before They Were Famous Series – Caroline Corby
Very little is known about the childhood of Boudica or Cleopatra. Caroline Corby explores what their lives may have been like as children and young teenagers.
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Best Castles in Kent
Castles in Kent highlight centuries of history in a county strategically placed between London and the English Channel.
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Castle Keep at Newcastle England
Once part of the Roman defense system in Northumberland England, the Castle Keep warded off invaders for almost 17 centuries.
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