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Revolt of Eustace at Dover

1067
Kent, England
Also known as: Eustace of Boulogne at Dover 1067 · Dover revolt 1067
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Kent, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Eustace of Boulogne
Forces
c. 400 Eustace forces
VS
Victor
Norman garrison
Forces
c. 500 Norman garrison
Outcome
Eustace repulsed; garrison held the castle; revolt collapsed
The Battle

History & Significance

The failed attempt by Williams own ally Eustace of Boulogne to seize Dover Castle revealed that even Norman magnates were willing to exploit English discontent to advance their own ambitions.

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