William the Conqueror

1028 – 1087

Conquered England in 1066, replacing its ruling elite and permanently redirecting its language, law, landholding, and ties to continental Europe.

• c. 1028–1087

  Conquered England in 1066, replacing its ruling elite and permanently redirecting its language, law, landholding, and ties to continental Europe

  Conquered England in 1066, replacing its ruling elite and permanently redirecting its language, law, landholding, and ties to continental Europe.