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Why did Edwin and Morcar revolt in 1068?
The revolt of 1068 was likely caused by a number of resentments.
Why were the Anglo-Saxon lords resentful of the Normans?
The lords who went with William to Normandy were resentful when they returned - perhaps because they realised that English wealth would be used to benefit Normandy.
Why was Edwin, earl of Mercia resentful of William?
Edwin, Earl of Mercia, had specific resentments against William.
- ❖ His earldom in Mercia had been made smaller and less important.
- ❖ William had gone back on his promise that Edwin could marry his daughter.
Why was Morcar resentful of the Normans?
Morcar resented the reduction of his land in Northumbria, and with it, his money and power.
- ❖ Parts of Northumbria had been given to one of Tostig's thegns, Copsig, who had submitted to William's rule.
- ❖ Control over parts of Yorkshire had been granted to Maerleswein.
Why did the loss of land upset the rebels in 1068?
The Normans who had come to England with William were involved in taking land from the Anglo-Saxons, which William allowed.
How did the Normans treat Anglo-Saxons?
Odo and William FitzOsbern had unlawfully seized lands, and their soldiers had been allowed to behave brutally and rape Anglo-Saxon women.
Why were Norman castles resented?
Norman castles were resented.
- ❖ They represented Norman power and control.
- ❖ They often involved the destruction of Anglo-Saxon homes.
- ❖ They could requisition resources from the surrounding area of the castlery.
Why were Norman tax resented by the rebels in 1068?
The heavy geld tax that William introduced in late 1066 was resented.
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