Wales before the Norman Conquest
I can describe conflicts between Wales and England in the 1050s.
Wales before the Norman Conquest
I can describe conflicts between Wales and England in the 1050s.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- By the middle of the 11th century, Gruffydd ap Llywelyn was the most powerful figure in Wales.
- In the 1050s, Ralph the Timid, a Norman, was Earl of Hereford.
- In 1055, Gruffydd ap Llywelyn attacked Hereford and defeated its defenders.
- Harold and Tostig Godwinson led a military campaign against Gruffydd ap Llywelyn.
- Gruffydd ap Llywelyn was killed and power in Wales was again divided amongst smaller kingdoms.
Keywords
Marches - the name given to the border lands between England and Wales
Campaign - a series of military operations, usually with the aim of defeating an enemy
Exile - being banned from living in your native country, usually for acting against those in charge
Common misconception
Before the Norman invasion in 1066, castles were unknown in Anglo-Saxon England.
In fact, Ralph the Timid built a motte-and-bailey castle in Hereford to guard the city against attacks from Wales.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of serious crime
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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