The Nobles’ Dilema Flashcards
1
Q
What posed a problem for the nobles ?
A
They owned land in both England and Normandy but now they had two separate rulers
2
Q
What did this problem mean for the nobles ?
A
They had to pay homage to Robert for their lands and fight for him in Normandy
Also had to pay homage to Rufus and fight for him in England
3
Q
Who resolved this problem and more importantly how ?
A
Bishop Odo
- after being freed by a dying William Odo created a solution
- he said that the Nobles should choose between Robert and Rufus and help one of them reunite England and Normandy
4
Q
Who was Odo keen to back and why ?
A
He backed Robert of Normandy as he believed he would be easier to control and more likely to listen to his advice
Rufus was far more strong and independent
