9 September 1087Anglo-Norman Realm DividedWilliam I the Conqueror
William's death separates Normandy from the English crown, with different sons positioned to inherit the two realms.
Historical records for England in 1087, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
William's death separates Normandy from the English crown, with different sons positioned to inherit the two realms.
Death of William I the Conqueror
The Duchy of Normandy is left to Robert & England is left to William Rufus
William's death ends a reign that transformed English landholding, aristocracy, government and military organization.
Williams sons Robert, William & Henry outlive him
Succeeds as King of England
The Duchy of Normandy is left to Robert & England is left to William Rufus
Crowned King of England
Buried at the Abbey of St Stephen, Caen
William leaves his youngest son Henry a large monetary inheritance rather than a territorial principality.
Before his death, William orders the release of several prisoners, including his half-brother Odo of Bayeux.
William confirms that his eldest son Robert Curthose is to inherit the Duchy of Normandy.
Robert gains the support of the French King to challenge William for the throne
William allows his son William Rufus to seek the English crown as the king's final illness worsens.
Morcar is again imprisoned by William Rufus and dies in captivity
William attacks Mantes during his final campaign against French pressure on Normandy's frontier.
Appointed Chief Agent of the King's Will, the highest official in England
Death of Morcar
William becomes gravely ill after the Mantes campaign and is taken toward Rouen for his final days.
The Doomsday book reveals 35% of land is arable, 30% pasture & 15% woodland. Reveals the Church owns 27%, monarchy 17% & immigrant Barons 49% of land value
William launches a counter-offensive in the Vexin after renewed conflict with King Philip I of France.
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