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The Challenges To Normandy's Rule
Born around the year 1028, the illegitimate son of Duke Robert the Magnificent of Normandy and Herleve, the daughter of a Falaise tanner.

Known as William the Bastard and William the Conquerer by his enemies, Duke William of Normandy had inherited power on his father's death.

He was just nine years of age at the time and, due to his youthful vulnerability, had to face many challenges to his

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