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Construction of Lincoln Castle

1068
Lincolnshire, England
Also known as: Lincoln Castle 1068 · William at Lincoln 1068
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Lincolnshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Lincoln populace
Forces
Lincoln populace (no pitched battle).
VS
Victor
William I
Forces
Norman garrison c.500–1,000
Outcome
Castle planted; 166 houses demolished to make room for the fortification
The Battle

History & Significance

The ruthless demolition of 166 Lincoln houses to build the castle illustrated the absolute priority William gave to military architecture over civilian welfare, and the Domesday Book dutifully recorded the lost properties.

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