Norman conquest of England

The Norman Conquest of England in 1066 was when William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy (northwestern France), invaded England and defeated King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings. This event led to Norman rule replacing Anglo-Saxon leadership, significantly transforming England’s governance, culture, language, and social structure. The conquest resulted in the redistribution of land to Norman nobles, the introduction of feudalism, and the compilation of the Domesday Book, providing a detailed record of English landholdings. Overall, it marked a major turning point, shaping England’s development for centuries to come.