Harrying of the North definitions

harrying of the north

Ruthless Norman repression of the Anglo-Saxon rebellion in the north of England (1069-70). After his victory at the Battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror faced a series of revolts against...
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20688

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Harrying of the North

Period of destruction in the northern English counties by William the Conqueror after the Battle of Hastings.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20766

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