William I Collection (#10)

William the Conqueror, (19th century). William (c1028-1087), was Duke of Normandy and King of England

The Battle of Hastings, 1066, (19th century). Depiction of the famous battle between the invading Normans under William the Conqueror, and the Saxon army of King Harold in Sussex

Durham Cathedral and River Wear, England, UK, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Durham Cathedral and River Wear, England, UK, 20th century. Romanesque cathedral designed and built 1093-1133 under William of St

Norman Motte and Bailey, Cliffords Tower, York, c1960. Artist: CM Dixon
Norman Motte and Bailey, Cliffords Tower, York, c1960. Medieval Norman castle commonly referred to as Cliffords Tower. The first motte

The Norman Keep of Dover Castle, 12th century
Dover Castle Walls, a late Norman castle originally constructed by William I, 12th century

Dover Castle Walls, 12th century. Artist: William the Conqueror
Dover Castle Walls, a late Norman castle originally constructed by William I, 12th century

Oriel Window in Lincoln Castle, 11th century. Artist: William the Conqueror
Oriel Window in Lincoln Castle, an Eleanor Cross that was once part of Sutton Hall, 11th century

Corfe Castle, 11th century. Artist: William the Conqueror
Corfe Castle, built by William I. King Edward II was imprisoned here in 1326

Abbaye aux Hommes, Caen, Normandy, France. The abbey, which is dedicated to St Etienne (Stephen), was founded by William of Normandy (William I of England)

Statue of William the Conqueror, Abbaye aux Hommes, Caen, Normandy, France
Damaged statue of William the Conqueror, Abbaye aux Hommes, Caen, Normandy, France. William (1027-1087) founded the abbey, which is dedicated to St Etienne (Stephen), and is buried there

Bayeux Tapestry, 1070s. The tapestry, which tells the story of the events leading to the Battle of Hastings in 1066, was probably commissioned by Odo, Bishop of Bayeux

William I, the Conqueror, King of England, c1067 (19th century). William (1027-1087) receiving the English leaders after the Norman conquest of 1066

Henry I, king of England, c1900. The youngest son of William I, the Conqueror, Henry I (1068-1135) became king in 1100

Battle of Hastings, 1066 (1070s). Harold IIs (c1022-1066) Anglo-Saxon troops (left) led by an armoured standard bearer and a warrior with an axe, confront Norman cavalryman armed with lances

King Harold swears allegiance to William of Normandy, c1866. Artist: Daniel Maclise
Harold (1022?-1066), last Anglo-Saxon king of England, swears on hidden relics of saints to be William of Normandys man in England, watched by William, his wife Matilda

Silver pennies of William I (1028-1087), part of a hoard of 600 silver pennies deposited in Jubbergate, York. They would have purchased 2000 sheep at the time

Portrait William I Orange Series Tazza Designs
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Koblenz, Germany, The Monument at the German Corner, Deutsches Eck, Where the Rhine River meets the Moselle River. The statue on horseback is of German Emperor William I at sunset

William the conqueror engraving 1894
Great Men and Famous Women

The Meeting of the Emperors: I. William I. of Germany; 2. Francis Joseph I. of Austria; 3. Alexander Ii. of Russia; 4. Prince Gortchakoff; 5. Count Andrassy; 6. Prince Bismarck

The Moira, the Ship of William I

William I. Unhorsed by his Son Robert

William I. Surnamed the Conqueror

the Death of William the Conqueror, Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861
" the Death of William the Conqueror, " Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861

Group Portrait of the four Brothers of William I, Prince of Orange: the Counts of Nassau Jan, Hendrik, Adolf, and Louis, workshop of Wybrand de Geest, c. 1630

Portrait of William I, King of the Netherlands, Charles Howard Hodges, 1815 - 1816

Portrait of William I, Prince of Orange, Abraham de Bruyn, c. 1553 - c. 1587

Portrait of William I, Prince of Orange, Hendrik Bary, Geeraert Brandt (I), 1657 - 1707

Portrait of William I, Count of Nassau-Dillenburg, Willem Steelink I, Anonymous, c. 1841 - 1913

Unsuccessful attempt on Prince William I of Orange Antwerp, 1582, Belgium, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1698

Portrait of William I, Prince of Orange, Willem Jacobsz. Delff, Maurits (prins van Oranje), Frederik Hendrik (prins van Oranje), 1624

Portrait of Louise de Coligny, Fourth wife of William I of Orange. She wears a high collar, Jan de Visscher, Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt, Geeraert Brandt (I), 1643 - 1692

William I, from Histoire de France, c. 1880 (engraving)
KW1547378 William I, from Histoire de France, c.1880 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The King of Prussia at a Court Ball in 1862, Pointing Out Bismarck, his New Minister of State
BAL127908 The King of Prussia at a Court Ball in 1862, Pointing Out Bismarck, his New Minister of State, from The Illustrated London News, 26th March 1887 (engraving) by Woodville

The Prince of Prussia During the Berlin Insurrection of 1848, from The Illustrated
BAL127906 The Prince of Prussia During the Berlin Insurrection of 1848, from The Illustrated London News, 19th March 1887 (engraving) by Woodville

BOSNIAN INSURRECTION, 1876. Turkey Pie. The emperors of Austria-Hungary, Germany, and Russia invite Britannia to join their efforts to end the insurrection in Bosnia

BATTLE OF SADOWA, 1866. King William I of Prussia, Emperor of Germany, at the Battle of Sadowa (also known as Koeniggratz), 3 July 1866. Illustration, 19th century

WILLIAM I OF PRUSSIA (1797-1888). King of Prussia (1861-88) and Emperor of Germany (1871-88)

FREDERICK WILLIAM I (1688-1740). King of Prussia, 1713-1740

the Death of William the Conqueror, Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861
" the Death of William the Conqueror, " Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861

William I Emperor of Germany from 1871 (King of Prussia from 1861) smiling at the rising sun of a united Germany. French cartoon

Franco-Prussian War Prussian General Staff: Friedrich Karl of Prussia, Friedrich III, William I, Otto von Bismarck
Germany, 19th century, Franco-Prussian War. Prussian General Staff: Friedrich Karl of Prussia, Friedrich III, William I, Otto von Bismarck, Helmuth von Moltke

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"William I: The Conqueror who Shaped England's Destiny" Wilkin, the ambitious Duke of Normandy, forever altered the course of history with his victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Depicted vividly in the Bayeux Tapestry, this epic clash marked a turning point for England. The tapestry also reveals a feast scene, capturing the grandeur and celebration that followed William's triumph. It showcases his determination to establish Norman rule over England and solidify his reign. Old Sarum stands as a testament to William's strategic prowess. This ancient hill fort became an important stronghold under his rule, serving as a symbol of power and control. The Battle of Hastings itself was a fierce struggle depicted in stunning detail. From charging knights to archers raining arrows upon their enemies, it was here that William proved himself as a formidable leader. Known as "William the Conqueror, " he left an indelible mark on English history. His portrait captures both strength and authority – qualities that defined his reign. Even today, we can see traces of William's legacy across Britain. Pevensey Castle bears witness to his military might while Clifford's Tower serves as another reminder of Norman influence on English soil. Through these images and artifacts from centuries past, we catch glimpses into the life and times of King William I. His seal depicts him regally adorned with crown and scepter – symbols befitting one who reshaped nations. Yet amidst all this glory lies Harold II, last Anglo-Saxon king whose fate intertwined with William's rise to power. James William Edmund Doyle masterfully portrays Harold in poignant detail – reminding us that every conqueror leaves behind those they conquered. King William I remains an iconic figure whose conquests shaped England forevermore. From battlefields like Hastings to castles such as Pevensey or Old Sarum - each hint tells part of this remarkable story.