What is the Norman rule?

The Norman rule refers to the period of governance in England following the Norman Conquest in 1066, when William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy, defeated King Harold II at The Battle of Hastings. This period marked significant changes in English society, law, and governance as William and his successors established feudalism, redistributed land to Norman lords, and implemented the Norman legal system. The rule also led to cultural and architectural changes, including the construction of castles and cathedrals, which symbolized Norman power. Overall, the Norman rule profoundly influenced the development of England's political and social structures.