The Norman Conquest of England took place in 1066 when William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, led an army of French, Breton, and Norman soldiers across the English Channel and defeated the Anglo-Saxon King Harold at the Battle of Hastings on October 14th. This established William as the first Norman King of England and marked the end of Anglo-Saxon rule.
The Civil War had lasting effects on America that still impact society today. It led to the abolition of slavery through the 13th Amendment and helped advance women's rights. The war also spurred technological innovations like railroads and telegraphs that connected the country. It transformed medical practices and public health. The post-war period saw the formation of new civil and political organizations as well as cultural changes that strengthened national patriotism while leaving regional divisions.
The document provides background information on the Vikings from 790AD to 1066AD. It discusses the geographical features of Scandinavia that the Vikings inhabited, including the rocky terrain, coastal settlements, forests, lakes and fjords. It also summarizes Viking social structure, featuring earls/jarls as the aristocracy, karls as the majority free people, and thralls as slaves. Additionally, it outlines key figures like King Harald Bluetooth who helped unite Denmark. Burial sites have provided archaeological evidence of how Vikings lived and the weapons they used. The Vikings established many settlements throughout Europe and beyond.
The Norman Conquest of England took place in 1066 when William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, led an army of French, Breton, and Norman soldiers across the English Channel and defeated the Anglo-Saxon King Harold at the Battle of Hastings on October 14th. This established William as the first Norman King of England and marked the end of Anglo-Saxon rule.
The Civil War had lasting effects on America that still impact society today. It led to the abolition of slavery through the 13th Amendment and helped advance women's rights. The war also spurred technological innovations like railroads and telegraphs that connected the country. It transformed medical practices and public health. The post-war period saw the formation of new civil and political organizations as well as cultural changes that strengthened national patriotism while leaving regional divisions.
The document provides background information on the Vikings from 790AD to 1066AD. It discusses the geographical features of Scandinavia that the Vikings inhabited, including the rocky terrain, coastal settlements, forests, lakes and fjords. It also summarizes Viking social structure, featuring earls/jarls as the aristocracy, karls as the majority free people, and thralls as slaves. Additionally, it outlines key figures like King Harald Bluetooth who helped unite Denmark. Burial sites have provided archaeological evidence of how Vikings lived and the weapons they used. The Vikings established many settlements throughout Europe and beyond.
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