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Jan 1, 1066
Battle of Hastings
William of Normandy defeated Harold at the Battle of Hastings. William became king of England on Christmas Day 1066. -
Jan 1, 1086
Domesday Book
King William uses this census as a basis for taxation. -
Jan 1, 1154
Henry II becomes king of England
Henry II inherited the English throne. His traveling justices enfored laws that became the foundation of English common law. -
Jan 1, 1215
Magna Carta
King John signed this document limiting royal power and extending some rights to the nobles. -
Jan 1, 1295
Model Parliament
King Edward expands Parliament to include representatives of common people.