Guillaume le Conquérant

Guillaume le Conquérant, known as William the Conqueror, was a Norman nobleman and the first Norman King of England, reigning from 1066. He famously invaded England and won the Battle of Hastings, which led to the Norman conquest. His victory significantly changed English culture, language, and governance, blending Norman and Anglo-Saxon traditions. William implemented a strong centralized government, commissioned the Domesday Book to survey his lands, and laid foundations for medieval England’s monarchy. His successful invasion and rule marked a pivotal turning point in English history, shaping the nation’s legal and social structures for centuries.