willaims actions after becoming king and castles

What were Williams first action after winning the battle of Hastings?

He marched toward London,secured important towns and roads accepted the submission of English nobles and was crowned king

How did William reward his Norman followers

He have them land and importsnt positions in England replacing many Anglo Saxon nobles with Norman’s

Why did William keep some Anglo Saxon systemn of government?

They were already effective so keeping them helped him govern england without completely changing everything

Why did William bulid castles across England?

To control population,defend agianst rebellions,protect Norman’s soldiers and demonstrate Norma power

What was a motte and Bailey castle

À castle with raised earth mound containing a keep and an enclosed courtyard contesting building and soldiers

What were useful about motte and Bailey castles..

They were quick to bulid,provided defence and allowed Norman soliders to control importsnt areas

Main purpose of the Tower of London

Demonstrated Norman power,defended London and helped William maintain control of the capital