History GCSE
Norman aristocracy
What Norman aristocracy means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Norman aristocracy
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The group whose power and wealth after the Conquest Odo exemplifies, as Earl of Kent and the second largest landholder in England.
Topics that use Norman aristocracy
- Option B1: Key topic 3: Norman England, 1066–88 - 3 The Norman aristocracy (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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