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Robert II of Normandy called Robert Courteheuse (ca. 1051/1052-1134) in rebellion against his father King William I the Conquerant wounding him at the siege of Gerberoy fortress on the Normandy border
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Robert II of Normandy called Robert Courteheuse (ca. 1051/1052-1134) in rebellion against his father King William I the Conquerant wounding him at the siege of Gerberoy fortress on the Normandy border
ELD4873442 Robert II of Normandy called Robert Courteheuse (ca. 1051/1052-1134) in rebellion against his father King William I the Conquerant wounding him at the siege of Gerberoy fortress on the Normandy border, 1079 (Duke Robert of Normandy wounding his father, King William I, Normandy, 1079 - Robert Cur1those () 134) fighting his father, William the Conqueror (1027-1087) at the siege of the castle of Gerberoy, near the frontier of Normandy - William's eldest son, Robert rebelled against his father following a prank played upon him by two of his other brothers, William Rufus and Henry - He succeeded William as Duke of Normandy in 1087 but William Rufus inherited the English crown) Illustration from "" A Chronicle of England"" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert II of Normandy called Robert Courteheuse (ca. 1051/1052-1134) in rebellion against his father King William I the Conquerant wounding him at the siege of Gerberoy fortress on the Normandy border, 1079 (Duke Robert of Normandy wounding his father, King William I, Normandy, 1079 - Robert Cur1those () 134) fighting his father, William the Conqueror (1027-1087) at the siege of the castle of Gerberoy, near the frontier of Normandy - William's eldest son, Robert rebelled against his father following a prank played upon him by two of his other brothers, William Rufus and Henry - He succeeded William as Duke of Normandy in 1087 but William Rufus inherited the English crown) Illustration from "" A Chronicle of England"" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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The tension between father and son is palpable in this striking image of Robert II of Normandy, known as Robert Courteheuse, rebelling against his father King William I the Conqueror at the siege of Gerberoy fortress on the Normandy border in 1079. The scene captures the intense moment when Duke Robert wounds his own father, a powerful symbol of defiance and familial discord.
Robert's rebellion stemmed from a prank played by his brothers, William Rufus and Henry, leading to a rift that would ultimately alter the course of history. Despite his act of aggression against King William I, Robert would go on to succeed him as Duke of Normandy in 1087 while William Rufus inherited the English crown.
This illustration from "A Chronicle of England" by James Doyle in 1864 offers a glimpse into a tumultuous period in medieval history, showcasing not only political turmoil but also complex family dynamics. The intricate details and emotive expressions captured in this print serve as a reminder of the complexities and conflicts that often define relationships within royal families.
Through this image, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment that shaped the future trajectory of both Normandy and England. It serves as a poignant reminder that even those closest to us can become our greatest adversaries in times of strife.
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