Domesday Book Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Domesday Book started?
A
1085
2
Q
When was the Domesday Book finished?
A
August 1086
3
Q
What was the Domesday Book?
A
A survey of all the property and resources in England. (Who owned what)
4
Q
Give 2 reasons why the Domesday Book was created by William.
A
- Allowed him to fund an army with the money collected
- Had been many land disputes since the Norman invasion
5
Q
Why did William create the Domesday Book at that particular time? (2 reasons)
A
- He feared an invasion from Norway and Flanders
- Allowed him to know who owed him military
6
Q
How many circuits was the country divided into?
A
7
7
Q
How many commissioners toured each circuit?
A
3/4
8
Q
Who checked the information that was gathered?
A
Tenants in chief and juries of local men
9
Q
Which areas were not visited?
A
- Northern areas e.g Cumberland
- Durham
- London
- Winchester
10
Q
How many towns and villages were visited?
A
13,418
