Northumbrian Revolt After Walcher's Death
The killing of Bishop Walcher triggers a northern crisis, prompting William to send forces under Odo of Bayeux.
Historical events in 1080
22 historical records
Invasion of England
Cannot draw Malcolm III into Battle & agrees a peace at Falkirk
Invasion of England
Sends Robert Curthose to repel Malcolm III
Newcastle Fortification
Robert Curthose establishes a new fortification at Newcastle during the northern campaign conducted under William's authority.
Newcastle
Constructs "New Castle" as a defence against the Scots, later becomes Newcastle
Oath
William rejects the request by Pope Gregory VII for an oath of fealty
Peace
Robert Curthose agrees peace with Malcolm III at Falkirk
Reconciliation with Robert Curthose
William reaches an accommodation with Robert and again acknowledges him as heir to Normandy.
Birth of Matilda
Birth of Matilda, daughter of Malcolm III of Scotland
Odo Sent Against Northumbrian Rebels
William sends Odo of Bayeux north to suppress resistance following the death of Bishop Walcher.
Robert Curthose Campaigns in Scotland
William sends Robert Curthose north, where he campaigns against Malcolm III and pressures Scotland toward renewed terms.
Treaty of Abernethy
After Malcolm IIIs invasion of Northumbria the Abernethy Treaty is renewed at Falkirk
Succession
Succeeds as Count of Savoy
Bishop
Appointed Bishop of Durham by William the Conqueror
Pope
Appointed Pope, elected by a synod convoked by Henry IV
Excommunication
Excommuincated again by Greogory VII
Holy Roman Empire
Excommuincated again by Greogory VII
Invasion of England
After Malcolm IIIs invasion of Northumbria the Abernethy Treaty is renewed at Falkirk
Invasion of Northumbria
Invades Northumbria, repelled by William the Conquerors son Robert Curthose. After the death of William I, Malcolm invades Northumbria, allied with Edgar
Treaty of Abernethy
A southern border extending from the Tyne to Stainmore is agreed. After Malcolm IIIs invasion of Northumbria the Abernethy Treaty is renewed at Falkirk
Treaty of Abernethy
After Malcolm IIIs invasion of Northumbria the Abernethy Treaty is renewed at Falkirk
Succession
Succeeds as King of Sweden