Coup
Edgar agrees to become a vassal of William II & overthrow his uncle Donald III
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1097 in England
Explore 7 historical events and records for England in 1097.
Historical records for England in 1097
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Exile of William II Rufus
King Edgar, son of Malcolm III, flees to England after his fathers death
Invasion of Scotland
Leads a Norman expedition to Scotland
Resignation of Anselm of Bec
Resigns his see & sails from Dover
Resignation of Anselm of Bec
Anselm resigns & leaves his estates in Canterbury to William
Succession
Edgar the Atheling deposes the usurper Donaldbane in favour of his nephew Edgar
Succession
Edgar agrees to become a vassal of William II & overthrow his uncle Donald III
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