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Historical Events in December 1066

Declaration of WarNorman Invasion of England

Dec 25 William the Conqueror is crowned King of England at Westminster Abbey, completing the Norman conquest of England

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William the Conqueror and his army land at Pevensey as depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry
William the Conqueror and his army land at Pevensey as depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry
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