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unusual facts about Norman dynasty



Castle of Melfi

Its construction, at least the components still visible, dates back to Norman times and has undergone significant changes over time, especially in Angevin and Aragonese times.

Hastings Castle

The Count of Eu held the castle for most of the Norman period, but King John ordered that the castle be destroyed to prevent it falling into the hands of the Dauphin Louis.

Ripon Cathedral

Thomas of Bayeux, first Norman Archbishop of York, then instigated the construction of a third church, traces of which were incorporated into the later chapter house of Roger's minster.


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