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Dieter
May 20, 2025
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In the 11th and 12th centuries, Barfleur was an important seaport, especially for trade between France and England. William the Conqueror is said to have set sail for England from here in 1066.
White Ship Disaster: In 1120, the "White Ship" (Blanche-Nef) sank off Barfleur – a tragic event that triggered a crisis over the English succession to the throne.
White Ship Disaster: In 1120, the "White Ship" (Blanche-Nef) sank off Barfleur – a tragic event that triggered a crisis over the English succession to the throne.
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•Jochen
August 10, 2019
Hiking
From here the fleet of William the Conqueror stood up to convert to England and to conquer this.
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•Leo Pold
August 10, 2019
Hiking
After a long wait, "William the Conqueror" set sail from here (i.e. into the English Channel) to use force to underline his unlawful legal claim to the English throne. Since he won the subsequent battle at Hastings in 1066, his unlawful legal claim then became legal.
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