Anglo Saxons - William II and Robert Flashcards
Why was Robert Curthose given the nickname “Curthose”?
He was mocked by his father and called “Short Legs”.
Why did William II becoming king go against Norman tradition?
It was tradition for the eldest to become king next however, it went to William Rufus who was believed by King WIlliam I to be more suited to being king.
Why was William Rufus given the nickname “Rufus”?
It is believed it is about his red hair/red cheeks.
Why Did king William prefer his son William over Robert?
He saw William to be more like him, and more like a “warrior king”.
Who was given what land when William died in 1087?
William given England
Robert given Normandy
Who was Bishop Odo?
William I’s half brother. He was put in charge of England when William left for Normandy.
Which Earldom was Bishop Odo granted?
The earldom of Kent as he supplied 100 ships to William’s invasion.
Whilst in charge of England, what crimes did Bishop Odo commit?
He stole land from Anglo-saxons
He raped Anglo-Saxon women.
What prank did William and Henry pull on Robert in 1077?
They poured water (believed to be a chamber-pot) over his head. Robert did not like this and this broke into a fight between the brother that William I had to break up,
He never punished the two sons which made Robert Angry.
