Williams Death And The Succession Dispute Flashcards
1
Q
When did William die ?
A
1087
2
Q
How did William die ?
A
- a dispute between the French king on the border of Normandy
- in a raid William was impaled by his one horses iron pommel as it reared up
3
Q
Who was with William as he died ?
A
William Rufus and Henry
Robert had been exiled a few years prior
4
Q
What affected Williams decision to decide who would rule England and Normandy ?
A
- Robert wouldn’t as he was still angry at his previous revolt
- however the nobles pleaded to allow Robert to be Duke of Normandy
- William agreed and Robert became Duke of Normandy
5
Q
Who was chosen to rule England and why ?
A
- he gave England to Rufus as he was his favourite and he trusted him
- this mimics the actions of William FitzOsbern a close friend of Williams
- Rufus was later crowned king of England with the help of Archbishop Lanfranc
6
Q
What did each of the big three sons inherit ?
A
Robert- Normandy
Rufus- England and wales
Henry- £5,000
7
Q
What did Henry later do ?
A
Became king of England and Normandy and kept Robert in prison
