Normandy, Land of Warriors (2023): S01E02 – William the Conqueror: The Rise

Introduction Take a deep dive into the great armed conflicts that made the Normans one of the world’s most powerful dynasties. Outline At the head of Normandy the descendants of Rollo built one of the most powerful and best-organised duchies in Europe. But in 1035 the crown was inherited by an 8-year-old bastard child William…

Andrew Marshall

28/09/2023

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Vikings

Introduction

Take a deep dive into the great armed conflicts that made the Normans one of the world’s most powerful dynasties.

Outline

At the head of Normandy the descendants of Rollo built one of the most powerful and best-organised duchies in Europe. But in 1035 the crown was inherited by an 8-year-old bastard child William the Conqueror.

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 27 April 2023.
Running time: 50 minutes.
Rating: Not Rated.
Country: France.
Language: English.