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From the Origins to the Norman Conquest 700 BC-1066 AD

The early history of Britain features a series of invasions and settlements by various peoples. The Celts, skilled in iron-working and agriculture, were the first to settle, constructing hill forts and worshipping nature through their Druids.

From the Origins to the Norman Conquest
700 BC-1066 AD

From the Origins to the Norman Conquest 700 BC-1066 AD

Peoples

The Normans They came from France. In 1066: They defeated the Anglo-Saxons
The Vikings 8th-9th centuries
The Anglo-Saxons 5th century
Society They lived in villages and were organised in clans.

Cultural features -They exalted physical courage and loyalty to the members of the clan. -They converted to Christianity in the 6th century.

Literature 8th-11th centuries The anonymous epic poem Beowulf was composed.

The Romans 43 (Emperor Claudius)-409 (withdrawal of soldiers)
Cultural features They built -towns, baths and roads -Hadrian's Wall, a defence and customs barrier.
THE CELTS 700 BC-43 AD
Society - They were organised into clans. - They were skilled at iron-working. - They practised agriculture.

Cultural features - They built hill forts. -They worshipped nature; their priest were the Druids.