What are facts about the Norman conquest?

Here are some facts about the Norman conquest of England:

*1066*

- The Norman conquest of England began with the invasion of England by William, Duke of Normandy, who claimed the English throne after the death of Edward the Confessor.

- The invasion force landed in Pevensey, Sussex, on September 28, 1066.

- The English king, Harold II, defeated a Norwegian invasion force at the Battle of Stamford Bridge on September 25, 1066, but was defeated and killed by the Normans at the Battle of Hastings on October 14, 1066.

*Aftermath*

- William was crowned King of England on Christmas Day, 1066.

- The Norman conquest led to the introduction of Norman French into England.

- The Normans built many castles to consolidate their power and control the English population.

- The Domesday Book, a survey of England, was commissioned by William I in 1086.

- The Norman conquest had a profound impact on English society, culture, and politics.

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