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William Reveals His Face

France · Warfare / Norman Invasion Wars. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.

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Chronological records

1066

William Normandy William the Conqueror14 October 1066

Battle · Warfare / Norman Invasion Wars

William removes or raises his helmet so retreating troops can see that he remains alive and in command.

Names involved

William Normandy William the Conqueror

Provenance

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