William I Of England 
William I was born on October 14th, 1024 in Falaise,Normandy,France. William I's father was Robert II of Normandy and his mother was Herleve Arlette De Falaise. His maternal grandfather was Fulbert De Falaise. He was an only child. He died at the age of 62 on September 9th, 1087 in Hermentrube,France. He was buried in Saint Stephen Abbey,Caen,Normandy,France.General Notes
Nickname:<NICK> William The Conquerer
Name Prefix:<NPFX> King Of England
BIOGRAPHY: Acceded to Throne 25 Dec, 1066. 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 were granted land in return for pledges of service and loyalty.
As King William was noted for his efficient if harsh rule.
His administration relied upon Norman and other foreign personel especially Lanfranc Archbishop of Canterbury.
In 1085 started Domesday Book.
Details of William I's family with Matilda of Flanders
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