1075 Revolt of the Earls Flashcards
Which Norman Earls rebelled? (2)
Roger, Earl of Hereford
Ralph, Earl of Norfolk
Which Anglo-Saxon Earl was involved?
Waltheof, Earl of Northumbria
Who was acting as regent when the rebellion was attempted?
Archbishop Lanfranc
When was Waltheof informed of Roger and Ralphs plan?
At the wedding feast of Ralph and Emma (Roger’s sister)
Why did the rebellion Fail? (support)
The rebellion didn’t gain the Anglo-Saxon support they expected
What did Waltheof do that caused the rebellion to fail?
Waltheof informed Archbishop Lanfranc
What did the Danes do during the rebellion?
The Danish fleet arrived to late the rebellion was defeated before they arrived
What happened to Waltheof after the rebellion?
Waltheof was tricked to returning to England where he was executed by William
What happened to Roger at the end of the rebellion?
Roger was imprisoned for life
What did Lanfranc do to discourage Roger?
Roger was excommunicated from the church
