Norman Britain Empire
Learn about the Norman Britain Empire and the three pivotal battles of 1066. Discover the Feudal system and the impact of the crusades on the Holy Land.
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">How did William the Conqueror manage the expense of maintaining a standing army?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">By implementing the Feudal system,we claimed all lands belonged to him and where lands were given in exchange for military service (mounted knights).</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">What event marked the beginning of Norman rule in Britain?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">The death of Edward the Confessor without an heir.</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">How did William the Conqueror secure his rule after the Battle of Hastings?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">By marching north, facing no resistance, and being crowned on December 25, 1066.</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">What was the primary reason for the initiation of the Crusades?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">To recapture the Holy Land and defend Christianity.</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">What was a significant outcome of the Crusades on European society?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">Europeans were exposed to new knowledge and cultural practices, including advancements in medicine, geography, and architecture.</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">Which were the three battles of 1066</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">The three battles of 1066 were the battle of Hastings, the battle of Stanford and the battle of Hastings.</p>
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<h2 style="font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 3px; font-size: 1.5rem;">What were the three possible kings and who finally win?</h2>
<p style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2rem;">The three potential kings were Harold Godwin, Harold Hardrada and Duke William (William the Conqueror) and William the Conqueror remained as king.</p>
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