1062
Maine Succession Crisis
The death of Count Herbert II creates a succession dispute that allows William to press Norman claims in Maine.
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Browse historical events and people recorded at Maine in England. The records below are rendered directly from the World History Database into this page's initial HTML.
The death of Count Herbert II creates a succession dispute that allows William to press Norman claims in Maine.
Captures Maine
Maine breaks free from Williams rule
The French province had revolted in 1069 when William was in England
William returns to Maine after renewed resistance threatens Norman control of the county.
William secures a truce with Fulk of Anjou, easing pressure on Norman authority in Maine.
Completes the recovery of Maine, lost during Robert Curthoses rule
Maine is invaded by Phillip II & Henry is forced to surrender
Henry II loses control in Maine and returns from the confrontation in a weakened position.
Maine is invaded by Phillip II & Henry is forced to surrender
Goes to Chinon where he learns that his favorite son, John, has deserted him
Appointed Governor of Maine
Promises to hand-over Maine to France in a personal letter to Charles VII
Surrenders the English fief of Maine to Charles VII of France
Provenance
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