normandy
what was Williams claim to the throne?
allegedly promised the throne by Edward the confessor before he died
what was the name of the pope that supported William?
pope Alexander II
what did the pope do to support William
gave him the papal banner
why did the pope support William?
wanted more control over the english churches
who seized Maine in 1073
count Fulk of Anjou
what was significant about William retaking Maine?
1) William was now the most feared warrior
2) It also shows Maine wasn't a huge threat
who are Williams two enemies
Fulk of Anjou
Philip I of France
what tactic did William do to the surrounding areas of the castle at Dol?
he wasted the land
who occupied the castle of Dol?
Ralph de Gael
What was significant about William's defeat at Dol?
he was forced to retreat
why was William forced to retreat at Dol?
He was surprised with an army led by Philip I of France
why was Williams defeat at Dol significant?
It was williams first military setback which affected his reputation
it also led to more challenges
what was a challenge william faced as a result of his defeat at Dol?
Fulk attempted to besiege Maine in 1076
who was Robert Curthouse?
William I son