Definition:
The Normans were descendants of Vikings, who settled in the northwest France in the early 10th century AD. In 1066, led by William the Conqueror, they invaded England and conquered the resident Anglo-Saxons. Their villages were basically fortified settlements, consisting of earthwork-protected sites called motte (enditched mound) and bailey (courtyard) castles.
This glossary entry is part of the About.com Guide to the Vikings and Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar.
Examples:
Hen Domen
