William's Sons: Robert, Richard, and Rufus

William, the Duke of Normandy, had several sons who played significant roles in Norman history. The eldest son, Robert, was known for governing Maine but had a troubled relationship with his father. Richard, the second son, was being groomed for noble life and showed promise as a member of the House of Normandy. William Rufus, the third son, was initially seen as an extra, but his ambition and combative nature made him a force to reckon with. Henry, the youngest son, received a more literary and ecclesiastical education. However, his interest in fighting prevented him from pursuing a religious path.