Canonization
John of York is canonized
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1037 in England
Explore 7 historical events and records for England in 1037.
Historical records for England in 1037
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Election
Imposes his election as king on the witan, ruling council of England
Exile of Emma of Normandy
The Queen of Canute & Ethelred II seeks refuge in Flanders
Exile of Harold I
Exiles Emma to Bruges, widow of Canute I
Guardianship of Normandy
William remains under noble guardianship while rival factions compete for influence in the duchy.
Succession
Imposes his election as king on the witan, ruling council of England
Succession
Succeeds as King of England, Hardicanute is absent in Denmark fighting the Norwegians. Canute had intended Hardicanute to succeed to both of the thrones of England & Denmark
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