Norman England (1066-1154)

Norman England (1066-1154) began with William the Conqueror’s victory at the Battle of Hastings, leading to significant changes. William centralized power, replacing Anglo-Saxon nobility with Normans and establishing the feudal system. Land was redistributed, and the Domesday Book was created to assess resources and taxation. This period saw the merging of Anglo-Saxon and Norman cultures, influencing language, architecture (like castles and cathedrals), and governance. The era included notable events like the murder of Thomas Becket and the struggles between kings and the Church, setting the stage for the evolution of English society and its legal system.