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William the Conqueror — Duke of Normandy, conqueror of England in 1066, c. 1028–1087
Illegitimate son of Duke Robert and the daughter of an artisan, duke at eight, he subdued his nobility with the King of France’s help, then crossed the Channel in 1066, defeated Harold at Hastings and had himself crowned at Westminster on Christmas Day. He reigned on both shores, and died after burning Mantes. (Editorial synthesis)
William the Conqueror was born around 1028 (Julian calendar). (source: Larousse)
William the Conqueror was born in Falaise. (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
William the Conqueror died on 9 September 1087 (Julian calendar). (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
William the Conqueror died in Rouen. (source: Encyclopædia Britannica)
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