Earldoms Flashcards
1
Q
Why were the MarcherEarldoms created?
A
Wales had a history of causing problems with English Kings.
2
Q
How many MarcherEarldoms were created?
A
3
3
Q
What problem in particular did William have with Wales?
A
A Welsh Prince began carrying out raids into England
4
Q
Where where the macherearldoms placed?
A
In the marchers along the borders between Wales and England
5
Q
Who was the earl of Hereford?
A
William FitzOsbern
6
Q
Which of Williams friends was the Earl of Shrewsbury?
A
Roger of Montgomery
7
Q
Who was the Earl of Chester?
A
Hugh d’Auranches
