2. King of England William I The conqueror,
Reigned 1066-1087. Duke of Normandy 1035-1087. Invaded England defeated and killed his rival Harold at the battle of Hastings and became king. The Norman conquest of England was completed by 1072 aided by the establishment of feaudalism under which his followers wrre granted land in return for pledges of service and loyalty. As King William was noted for his efficent if harsh rule. His administration relied upon Norman and other foreign personel espically Lanfranc Archbishop of Canterbury. In 1085 started Domesday book.
