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 The Harrying of the North, a scorched-earth campaign in 1069-1070, devastated northern England and quelled resistance to Norman rule.[([[https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z87vdmn/revision/3|bbc]])]
+===== Danish Invasions =====
+Despite his conquest, William faced ongoing challenges to his rule, including Danish invasions and internal strife.[([[https://academic.oup.com/book/10313/chapter/158048323|oup]])]
+===== Construction Of Castles And Fortifications =====
+William's reign saw the construction of numerous castles and fortifications across England, including the Tower of London.[([[https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1323/the-impact-of-the-norman-conquest-of-england/|worldhistory]])]
+===== Closer Ties With England =====
+He fostered closer ties between England and Normandy, with many Norman nobles holding lands on both sides of the English Channel.[([[https://www.royal.uk/william-the-conqueror|royal]])]
+===== Matilda =====
+William's marriage to Matilda of Flanders produced four sons and six daughters, securing the succession of his dynasty.[([[https://kingsqueensandallthat.com/2021/07/30/matilda-of-flanders/|kingsqueensandallthat]])]
+===== Eldest Son =====
+His eldest son, Robert Curthose, succeeded him as Duke of Normandy, while his second son, William Rufus, became King of England.[([[https://kingsqueensandallthat.com/2021/07/30/matilda-of-flanders/|kingsqueensandallthat]])]
+===== Descendants Ruling England =====
+William's descendants would go on to rule England for several centuries, including the Plantagenet and Tudor dynasties.[([[https://www.quora.com/Has-there-been-a-British-monarch-not-descended-from-William-the-Conqueror|quora]])]
+===== Death =====
+He died on September 9, 1087, at the Priory of St Gervase near Rouen, France, from injuries sustained in a fall from his horse.[([[https://www.genealogieonline.nl/family-tree-cromer-russell-buck-pratt/P21705.php|genealogieonline]])]
+===== Body Burial =====
+William's body was buried at the Abbey of Saint-Étienne in Caen, Normandy, which he had founded.[([[https://normandygiteholidays.com/william-the-conqueror-and-his-abbey-church/|normandygiteholidays]])]
+===== Legend =====
+Legend has it that William's coffin burst open during his burial, leading to speculation about divine judgment for his conquest of England.[([[https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/william-conqueror-0017143|ancient-origins]])]
+===== Complex Legacy =====
+William's legacy is complex, with some viewing him as a ruthless conqueror and others as a transformative figure in English history.[([[https://www.coursehero.com/file/232607985/Untitled-document-2docx/|coursehero]])]
+===== Fluent In French And Latin =====
+He was fluent in both Norman French and Latin, though he likely spoke little English.[([[https://www.quora.com/Was-William-the-Conqueror-French-or-English|quora]])]
+===== Cathedrals And Monasteries =====
+William encouraged the construction of cathedrals and monasteries in England, promoting Norman architectural styles.[([[https://www.nottinghamfreeschool.co.uk/data/uploads/homework/files/History_KOs/Normans_Unit_3_-_How_did_William_change_Church_Buildings.pdf|nottinghamfreeschool]])]
+===== Norman Military Tactics =====
+His reign saw the introduction of Norman military tactics and innovations to England, including the widespread use of cavalry.[([[https://www.albion-swords.com/articles/norman.htm|albion-swords]])]
+===== Royal Charter =====
+William granted the city of London a royal charter, laying the foundations for its future growth and importance.[([[https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things-to-do/history-and-heritage/london-metropolitan-archives/collections/william-i-charter-to-the-city-of-london|cityoflondon]])]

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