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Doomsday Book

Book • 2005
The Doomsday Book, commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, was a comprehensive survey of England's landholdings and population.

It provided valuable data for taxation and governance, offering a detailed snapshot of medieval English society.

The survey's meticulous record-keeping established a baseline for understanding land ownership, demographics, and economic resources.

Its impact extended far beyond its immediate purpose, shaping future administrative practices and providing historians with an invaluable source of information.

The Doomsday Book remains a significant historical artifact, illustrating the importance of accurate data collection for effective governance.

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Mentioned in 8 episodes

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Tom Holland
in relation to the Norman Conquest.
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557. 1066: The Norman Conquest (Part 4)
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Chuck Bryan
as the author of "The Doomsday Book: The Science Behind Humanity's Greatest Threats".
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How GPS Works
Mentioned as a historical record of William the Conqueror's realm.
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Laser Versus Parchment: Doomsday for the Disc
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Marc Morris
as containing data that shows the English ruling class was almost entirely removed after the conquest.
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The Normans: everything you wanted to know
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Helen Zaltzman
as a historical record from 1086 documenting land ownership and value for taxation purposes.
216. Four Letter Words: Terisk
Mentioned by Ben, referencing Josh's series and explaining that Marshall Brain's book lays out scenarios of the end of the world.
What Comes After Humans? Chapter One: A Brief, Brightly Burning Light
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Tim Harford
in reference to data collection in 1086.
Cautionary Questions with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova
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Sam Bidwell
when discussing the importance of accurate population data for policymaking.
The Edition: migration mystery, Ipso’s trans muddle & are you a ‘trad dad’?
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Levi Roach
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Matt Lewis
as an extraordinary document in medieval history.
After 1066: The Domesday Book
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Jamie
as the document that contains information about the economic and property ownership situation in 1066 and 1086.
446 – Death and Taxes
Mentioned by a listener, Megan, who read it after a recommendation from the podcast and found the timing fitting as she had COVID and felt like she had the plague.
Unearthed! in Autumn 2025, Part 1

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