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William Longsword of Normandy was ambushed and assassinated by supporters of Arnulf I, Count of Flanders, while both were at a peace conference to settle their differences.

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William Longsword

Count of Normandy from 927 to 942

William Longsword was the second ruler of Normandy, from 927 until his assassination in 942.
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Normandy

Geographical and cultural region of France

Normandy is a geographical and cultural region in northwestern Europe, roughly coextensive with the historical Duchy of Normandy.
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Arnulf I, Count of Flanders

Count of Flanders from 918 to 964

Arnulf I, called "the Great", was the first Count of Flanders.
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