Events After William The Conqueror Died Flashcards
When did William the conqueror die?
September 9th 1087 at age 59 in Rollen.
How did William split his kingdoms between his sons?
Robert was given Duke of Normandy and William Rufus was given King of England while Henry his youngest was given £5000.
What problems did the way William l split his kingdom cause between the brothers?
William Rufus tried to take Normandy and Robert tried to take Williams throne. Henry kept changing sides to play to his advantage.
How did Henry try to use Williams ll to his advantage?
He became close to William and stirred the pot in England. Henry started to undermine Williams position as the church did nit like him as he did not marry or give heirs because he was gay.
When did William Rufus die and how?
On 2nd August 1100, William Rufus was killed in a hunting accident in New Forest by an arrow fired by Walter Tirrel.
Why might Henry be responsible to Williams death?
He was also hunting in the woods at the same time as William. This means he may have payed Walter Tirrel to do it as Tirrel shortly left country to Normandy afterwards. Henry wanted the English throne and the only thing in his way was his brother.
What evidence supports the theory that Henry hires Tirrel to murder William?
He gave jobs and land to the Clare and Giffard families. Tirrels wife was from the Clare family and Tirrel was also related to the Giffards. Also immediately after hearing about Williams death Henry ride to Winchester and claimed all the royal treasure (in case he needed an army to fight for the throne). He was then crowned king in August 5th.
What agreement did Henry reach his brother Robert Duke of Normandy?
In 1101 they reached an agreement that they would stay in their own kingdoms. However, in 1105 Henry attacked Normandy and defeated Robert at the battle of Tincherbrai in 1106. From 1107 Henry l ruled both Normandy and England. Normand conquest reminded intact.
