Death of Henry I
Death of William, Henry Is only legitimate son
Historical events in 1120
10 historical records
Marriage
Decides Matilda must remarry & have an heir who would then rule England & Normandy
Succession
Henrys son drowns crossing to England from Normandy in the "White Ship". Henry is left with 1 heir, Matilda
Death of William the Atheling
Death of William the Atheling, only legitimate son of Henry I
Succession
Drowns in the "White Ship" leaving Matilda as the only heir to the English throne
Death of Matilda
Death of William, Henry I names Matilda his heir
Marriage
Henry I arranged Matilda to marry Count Geoffrey to secure the succession
Succession
Henry Is only legitimate son, William drowns, Matilda becomes heir as eldest daughter
Marriage
Marries Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England
Birth of Andronicus I Comnenus
Birth of Andronicus I Comnenus, nephew of John II