The Normans - Unit 4 : The Historic Environment

Question 1

Methods of control in wales - CASTLES

Answer 1

• Pulverbatch castle = symbol of of authority as well as well defended to protect the route running towards the Severn Valley
• Chepstow = built by William FitzOsbern by order of William I (benefits on diff Flashcard)
• 300 castles in Wales by 1215

Question 2

Methods of control in Wales - Marcher Lords

Answer 2

• Hugh d’Avranches terrorised the Welsh
• Roger of Breteuil rebelled against William whilst he was away in Normandy
• Often founded and built monasteries and castles
• Created their own mint (money)

Question 3

Methods of Control in Wales - COLONISATION

Answer 3

• Normans brought in settlers from France and William FitzOsbern gave them privileges to attract more and since they agreed with Will I, helped to spread Norman rule.
• Also brought in settlers from English estates
• William I founded a new castle and town in Cardiff

Question 4

Methods of control in Wales - MILITARY

Answer 4

1081 - William invaded south Wales and asked the old king to pay him £40 a year until 1093

Question 5

Chepstow - Location

Answer 5

Built next to the River Wye =
- Trade and materials shipped easily from Europe
- Defence : harder for invaders to get in
- Allowed for communication across England