Revolts against William I, 1067-1075
I can describe the revolts of 1067-1075 against William I.
Revolts against William I, 1067-1075
I can describe the revolts of 1067-1075 against William I.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Resentment against Norman rule increased as Anglo-Saxons lost land, money, power and influence.
- Eadric the Wild led a revolt against Norman rule in 1067-68.
- The most serious challenge to William's rule occurred in the North in 1069.
- Hereward's rebellion in East Anglia in 1070-71 was the last major English rebellion faced by William.
- The Revolt of the Earls in 1075 involved Norman earls who wanted to overthrow William.
Common misconception
Resistance to William’s rule of England came only from the English.
In 1075, two Norman earls revolted against William, and English forces helped to stop the rebellion.
Keywords
Revolt - a revolt is when a large number refuse to be controlled or ruled, and take action against authority, often violent action
Harrying - harrying is persistently harassing or carrying out attacks on an enemy or an enemy's territory
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- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
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- Depiction or discussion of sexual violence
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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Starter quiz
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William broke his promise to give him his daughter's hand in marriage
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