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William the Conqueror, English king (born c. 1028)

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William the Conqueror

King of England (1066–1087) and Duke of Normandy (1035–1087)

William the Conqueror, sometimes called William the Bastard, was the first Norman king of England, reigning from 1066 until his death. A descendant of Rollo, he was Duke of Normandy from 1035 onward. By 1060, following a long struggle, his hold on Normandy was secure. In 1066,…
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September 9

Day of the year

September 9 is the 252nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 113 days remain until the end of the year.
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