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The Domesday Book Online: William the Conqueror

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the The Domesday Book provides a timeline on the life of William the Conqueror. Discusses his background, the Battle for France, the English Conquest, and his parents. There is also a Norman family tree at the end of the...
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Ducksters: Biographies for Kids: William the Conqueror

For Students 9th - 10th
A site dedicated to the biography of William the Conqueror from the Middle Ages. Learn about the Norman who became king of England.
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Britain's Heritage and History: William, Duke of Normandy

For Students 9th - 10th
Although somewhat commercial, this site contains a decent summary of William of Normandy's accomplishments. Includes information about the political climate of England at the time and the changes that William introduced.
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Battle of Hastings 1066

For Students 9th - 10th
This website tells the story of the struggle between Harold the Second of England and Duke William of Normandy.
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Norman Conquest of Anglo Saxons

For Students 9th - 10th
A colorful site depicting the Norman Conquest. Background information, description, results and effects of Battle of Hastings included. Also includes timelines, diagrams and worksheets corresponding to the site. Easy to read and navigate.
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Reading Museum Service: Online Resources: Bayeux Tapestry

For Students 3rd - 8th
Activities and lesson ideas that revolve around the significance of the events depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry.
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United States Naval Academy: Kings and Kingdoms of England and France

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive resource covers all the highlights of history (wars, kings, famine) in England and France between 973-1350. Organized by dates, this site includes links to primary source documents, maps, and artwork from this time...
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Bbc History: History Trails: Conquest: The Norman Yoke: Symbol or Reality?

For Students 9th - 10th
Article answers the question of whether the Normans put England under a brutal yoke of control or was this more of a myth created much later after the fact.
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Great Britain Guide: Anglo Saxon Britain Viking Raids

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Great Britain guide provides the history of the Anglo-Saxons in England between the mid-5th century and the Norman Conquest (410-1066). Shows the transition from their being invaders to being invaded, first by Vikings...