'The greatest change the Normans brought was a transformation of the English church.' How far do you agree with this judgement?

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Fiona Cook

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The reform of the English church was of substantional importance to the Normans. The church allowed William to communicate with his people and get a hold on society. It was also a place where French and English could congregate too. However the church did not help William in terms of keeping control over the whole country, military wise, and it When it came down too it, William’s priority was keeping control of his throne, and alone, the church could not do this. Therefore it is probable to say that his success did not come from the feudalisation of the church ...

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