LITERATURE QUESTIONS
EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Norman conquest in 1066 was the last successful conquest of England. One of the most influential monarchies in the history of England began in 1066 C.E. with the Norman Conquest led by William, the Duke of Normandy.
Detailed explanation-2: -When William found out that Harold had obtained the crown, it was a violation of the sacred oath King Edward had made to him, and violation of King Edward’s wishes. Due to the “violation of a sacred oath, ” William gained enough support to prepare for, and invade England.
Detailed explanation-3: -Norman Conquest, the military conquest of England by William, duke of Normandy, primarily effected by his decisive victory at the Battle of Hastings (October 14, 1066) and resulting ultimately in profound political, administrative, and social changes in the British Isles.
Detailed explanation-4: -The year 1066 is one of the most important dates in the history of the Western world: the year William the Conqueror defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings and changed England and the English forever. The events leading to-and following-this turning point in history are shrouded in mystery.