The Welsh Borders Rebellions Flashcards
1
Q
When were the Welsh Borders rebellions?
A
1067
2
Q
Who launched the revolt?
A
Edric the Wild, thegn of Herefordshire
3
Q
Who did Edric the Wild gain support from?
A
Welsh princes Bleddyn and Riwallon
4
Q
What did he steal?
A
Property along the England-Wales border
5
Q
When did he launch another attack?
A
1069
6
Q
Where did the 2nd attack reach?
A
Cheshire and Staffordshire
7
Q
What Norman castle did they attack?
A
Shrewsbury
8
Q
Who led an army to defeat them?
A
William 1
