William, the duke of Normandy: 1048 to 1060
Count Baldwin is disappointed in you. Instead of his daughter's marriage securing a strong alliance, he now has to support you and her household: you bring him nothing. He has his hands full, dealing with both of his suzerains, emperor Henry and king Henry. His ambitions hinged on you being strong enough to distract king Henry effectively. Now that will never happen. History might recall your name; perhaps something like, William the (inept) Bastard.
