The Battle of Hastings in 1066 was one of the most important events in English history.
William’s victory did more than replace one king with another. It transformed England’s government, society, language, culture and architecture.
Some changes happened quickly. Others took many years to develop. Many of the effects of the Norman Conquest can still be seen today.
In this lesson, you will learn:
- How the Norman Conquest changed England
- What happened to the Anglo-Saxon nobility
- How castles transformed the landscape
- How government became stronger
- How the Church changed
- How the English language was affected
- Why the Norman Conquest remains important today