Norman Invasion, Jose Garcia

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  • Period: Sep 1, 1066 to Sep 20, 1066

    Harald Hardrada, King of Norway, invades England

    20 September: He defeats the English at the Battle of Fulford
  • Sep 28, 1066

    William of Normandy lands at Pevensey on the south coast of England

    William of Normandy lands at Pevensey on the south coast of England
  • Period: Sep 28, 1066 to Sep 9, 1087

    Norman Invasion

  • Oct 14, 1066

    The invading Normans defeat the Saxons

    at the The Battle of Hastings
    William of Normandy defeats and kills Harold II with a lucky shot and becomes King of England - Norman Conquest
  • Dec 25, 1066

    William of Normandy is crowned king William I of England

    William of Normandy is crowned king William I of England
  • Mar 29, 1070

    First Norman stone castle is built

    The Normans quickly advanced into Wales, using castles to subdue the surrounding countryside.
  • Apr 19, 1070

    Canterbury Cathedral

    Work starts on Canterbury Cathedral