2.2.1 The Submission of the Earls

How did William avoid a direct assault on London

He isolated the city by devastating surrounding areas and cutting off major roads

Which towns surrendered to William without resistance

Dover and Canterbury

What was the purpose of William’s circular march around London

To intimidate and isolate the city while avoiding unnecessary risk to his army

Which ancient capital did William capture to strengthen his control

Winchester, the former capital of Wessex

What immediate military challenge did William face after the Battle of Hastings

His army was battle-damaged and surrounded by a hostile Anglo-Saxon population

Why was London a major threat to William’s control in 1066

It was heavily populated, well-defended, and blocked his advance

What part of England remained largely unknown and unstable to William

The North of England, where resistance to Norman rule persisted.

Why did William fear delay in securing London

Delay would allow enemies to unite and foreign invader to exploit the unrest