Migration: how was medieval Britain impacted by conquest and settlement?

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The arrival of the Vikings

I can recall that the Vikings invaded England from the 790s CE and were given the Danelaw after the 878 CE Battle of Edington.

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The Danish conquest

I can explain how the Vikings led by Cnut conquered England in 1016, bringing England into the North Sea Empire.

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The Norman conquest (1066)

I can recall that the Normans conquered England in 1066 and made a number of changes to English life, such as creating the feudal system and reforming the Church.

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Angevin Empire

I can recall that Henry II formed the Angevin Empire upon his accession to the throne but that many of these territories were lost under King John's reign.

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The Hundred Years' War

I can describe how the Hundred Years' War was fundamental in the formation of a separate English identity.

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Impact of conquest and settlement on medieval Britain

I can recall causes and impacts of migration for medieval Britain.

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