Anglo-Saxon England (410-1066)

Anglo-Saxon England (410-1066) refers to the period after the fall of Roman rule until the Norman Conquest. Following the Romans' departure, various Germanic tribes—primarily the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes—settled in Britain, establishing kingdoms. This era saw the development of unique cultural and legal systems and the spread of Christianity, significantly influencing British society. Socially, it featured a feudal structure with kings, nobles, and peasants. The period ended when William the Conqueror defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings, marking the transition to Norman rule and significant changes in governance and culture.