Immediately after the Battle of Hastings, William marched to Dover — the key to England from France. The garrison, largely demoralised, attempted to submit but Norman soldiers set fire to some buildings during the takeover. William reputedly compensated the townspeople for the damage done by his soldiers. He then spent eight days at Dover strengthening the castle before moving on Canterbury. Dover Castle's importance as the key to England was acknowledged by all medieval strategists.
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