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On Henry V's death, Matilda was recalled to Normandy by her father, who arranged for her to marry Geoffrey of Anjou to form an alliance to protect his southern borders. Henry I had no further children and nominated Matilda as his heir, making his court swear an oath of loyalty to her and her successors.
1102
Feb 7
| 1102 • The Crusaders capture Caesarea Maritima. |
1133
Mar 5
Age: 31y
birth of childHenry II of England 1 Source ⇓ |
| 1133 • Construction of Exeter Cathedral is begun. |
1167
Sep 10
Age: 65y
| 1167 • Afonso I of Portugal is defeated by the Kingdom of Leon. |