William was crowned in Westminster Abbey on Christmas Day 1066.
However, native revolts continued until 1071.
England was divided among 180 Norman “tenants in chief” (basically “Lords”)
William brought about many changes in British culture
Anglo-Normans (1066 – 1215)
Military conquest followed by settlement and firm administration led to the Normanisation of England, Wales and lowland Scotland.
William's victory brought England into closer contact with western Europe. Cultural and economic links with France and continental Europe were re-established.
Stone castles became a common sight, serving as administrative centres as well as military and economic strongpoints.
