William the Conqueror
In the annals of history, few figures loom as large as William the Conqueror. Born a bastard son in Normandy, he rose to become one of the most influential monarchs in European history. His daring invasion of England in 1066 forever changed the course of the nation, ushering in a new era of Norman rule. William's legacy is etched in stone and parchment, from the iconic Bayeux Tapestry to the Domesday Book. But who was the man behind the crown? What drove him to cross the English Channel and claim a throne that wasn't rightfully his? Join us as we unravel the complex tale of ambition, warfare, and political cunning that transformed William from Duke of Normandy to King of England, and reshaped the medieval world.
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