BattlefieldsBattle of York (First)
Medieval

Battle of York (First)

1068
North Yorkshire, England
Also known as: First Battle of York 1068 · Norman capture of York 1068
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
North Yorkshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Northumbrian rebels
Forces
c. 3,000 Northumbrian rebels
VS
Victor
William I
Forces
c. 5,000 William forces
Outcome
York submitted; castle built to dominate city
The Battle

History & Significance

After the south fell, the north of England remained volatile. William marched to York in 1068 and compelled submission without a major battle, then built the first York castle to enforce Norman rule over the most rebellious region of his new kingdom.

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