Notes • August 5, 2025by johnataylor on TwosFun Fact: On August 5, 1100 CE, Henry I, the fourth son of William the Conqueror, was crowned King of England following the death of his brother William in a hunting accident. Henry seized the English throne, promising at his coronation to correct many of William's less popular policies. His monarchy would last until his death in 1135 on December 1 following a week-long illness. Henry was succeeded by his nephew Stephen of Blois, resulting in a period of civil war known as the Anarchy.