Birthdate: 1028 AD
Birthplace: Falaise, France
Died: September 9, 1087
William the Conqueror, the first Norman king of England, solidified his rule by winning the Battle of Hastings in 1066. He encountered difficulties in uniting his control over England and Normandy, contending with uprisings and internal conflicts. William broadened his authority by gaining dominance over nearby regions and setting up administrative systems. He notably constructed numerous castles and reformed the English church during his reign. One of his significant actions was the commissioning of the Domesday Book to assess land ownership in England.
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