Rebellions In Thr North Flashcards
What happened after the uprising of Edwin and mortar in 1068
William appointed Robert cumin as earl of Northumbria to keep the north under control
What did Robert cumin do and what happened to him
He attacked rebels at Durham but his army was violent, they looted homes and killed many. When people fought back they took shelter in a house, which was set on fire and they were killed .
What did the murder of Robert cumin spark
Another uprising, Edgar and other rebels attacked York
How did William retake York
He rode north and battled and was successful, he built a second cast
E and put William fizosberg in charge.
What happened in September 1069
The Dane’s returned, Edgar joined forces with the king of Denmark and they attacked York again.
What did William do to stop this second rebellion in north
He paid the Dane’s to leave
We’re these rebellions significant
Yes, it led to the harrying of the north
What are four reasons for the rebels
Loss of land and status
Revenge after losing people in battle
Higher tax
Didn’t like having forefingers rule over them
