Canterbury Cathedral burns down
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Canterbury Cathedral burns down
William kept Edgar in his custody and took him, along with other English leaders, to his court in Normandy
Sets sail from Pevensey with the white sails of victory
William leaves Odo of Bayeux and William FitzOsbern with major responsibility for governing England during his absence.
Exeter rises in revolt
William returns to England as local rebellions threaten Norman authority in several regions.
William returns to Normandy after judging his position in England secure enough to leave deputies in charge.
Sells the earldom of Northumbria to Gospatric of Bernicia
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