Rebellions Across England

Between 1067 and 1070, several rebellions broke out.

These rebellions happened in different parts of England:

• Kent
• Exeter
• Northumbria
• Mercia
• East Anglia

Some rebellions were small and quickly defeated.

Others became serious threats.

Why Was the North Difficult to Control?

Northern England was far from London.

The north also had a history of Viking influence and independence.

Many northern nobles disliked Norman rule.

This made the north dangerous for William.