Synopsis
Was winning the Battle of Hastings in 1066 all it took for William to become King? Lucy Worsley investigates the aftermath to reveal how he really conquered England.
- Programme: Lucy Worsley Investigates
- Series: 2
- Episode: 3: 1066
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2025
- History
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