William of Normandy, known as 'the Conqueror', was born at Falaise in 1027, a natural son of Robert, Duke of Normandy and a girl called Herleve. He invaded England and defeated King Harold II at the ...

The King is set to make his first overseas trip since being diagnosed with cancer as he joins the Queen and Prince William at the 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy next month. Charles and ...