The Rulers of the United Kingdom
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The monarchy of the United Kingdom traces its continuous line from the Norman Conquest of 1066 to the present day. Over nearly a thousand years, the crown has passed through multiple dynasties, survived civil wars, revolutions, religious upheaval, imperial expansion, and modern constitutional reform. The Norman Beginning (1066–1154) The modern royal line begins with William I , known as William the Conqueror. His victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 reshaped England’s ruling class and government. The Normans introduced centralized feudal administration and laid foundations for the mediev…