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403 – The Siege of Exeter

The British History Podcast

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As part of the peace plan, William was allowed to build a castle within the walls of Exeter. The castle would be manned by his ally Baldwin, as well as a large garrison of knights. And with that handled, William continued his march west into Cornwall. We're told that he was seeking to restore order, which makes me wonder what the west was up to while this siege was ongoing. Was there more rebellion and we're just not being told about it? I don't know. But after a while, William was satisfied with the situation,. He returned to Winchester and disbanded his army. With all that done, he sent for Matilda. It was time for her to be crowned

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