The revolt of the earls in 1075
I can explain what the revolt of the earls reveals about Anglo-Saxon resistance to Norman rule by 1075.
The revolt of the earls in 1075
I can explain what the revolt of the earls reveals about Anglo-Saxon resistance to Norman rule by 1075.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Three of William’s own earls rebelled against him in 1075, all believing they deserved more land and power.
- Waltheof confessed the plot to Lanfranc.
- English and Norman forces cooperated to stop the revolt.
- William punished most rebels with prison or banishment, however, Waltheof was executed.
- The revolt revealed England was tired of resistance and William could rely on Anglo-Norman leadership to secure England.
Keywords
Earldom - An earldom was a large area of land ruled by an earl on behalf of the king.
Regent - A regent is a person who rules a country for a limited period, because the monarch is absent or too young or too ill.
Garrison - A garrison is a group of soldiers that are stationed in a castle.
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.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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