In contrast to his predecessors Baldwin turned his attention eastward, leaving the southern part of his territory in the hands of his vassals the counts of Guînes , Hesdin , and St. Pol .
about
980
| 980 • Foundation by Notger of the Prince-Bishopric of Liège which will remain an independent state inside the Holy Roman Empire for more than 800 years, and where the Walloon language will develop. |
1012
Aug 19
Age: 32y
birth of childBaldwin V of Flanders 1 Source ⇓ |
| 1012 • King Máel Coluim mac Cináeda of Alba reputedly defeats a Danish army at Cruden Bay in Buchan. |
1035
May 30
Age: 55y
| 1035 • William II (the future William I of England) becomes duke of Normandy. |