The boy who would become known as William The Conqueror was born in around 1027. His father was Duke Robert I of Normandy. One day, Robert spotted a young woman dancing. This young woman, of humble origins, was named Herleva. Robert was enchanted by her beauty and took her as his concubine. Herleva was William’s mother. Herleva believed great things lay…
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