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Here are some facts about William the Conqueror (William I), the first Norman King of England. William I was born in about 1028. He was the illegitimate child of the Duke of Normandy, Robert I and Herleva, his mistress. In 1035, William became Duke of Normandy. Edward the Confessor, the King of England, was William’s […]

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Roy Blackmore has spent an incredible 30 years tracing back his family tree. The determined genealogist just can't stop tracing back one more generation, and along the way, he has found some amazing tales involving his ancient ancestors.

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Kings are at the very top of the feudal system. Kings granted land to people that were nobles all the way down to the serfs. They believed they were given the power to rule by God. When one family lived in power for a long time, it was called a dynasty. When a king died, his oldest son would take the throne. Queen Matilda, Kings And Queens Of England, House Of Plantagenet, English Monarchs, Queens Of England, King Of England, William The Conqueror, Royal History, English Royalty

Kings are at the very top of the feudal system. Kings granted land to people that were nobles all the way down to the serfs. They believed they were given the power to rule by God. When one family lived in power for a long time, it was called a dynasty. When a king died, his oldest son would take the throne.

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