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The Norman invasion of England in 1066 was led by William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy, who became King William I after his victory over the Saxons. He was commonly known before this, especially in France, as William the Bastard (Guillaume le Bâtard) on account of his illegitimate birth.

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Q: Who led the Normans against the Saxon in 1066AD?
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