William II of England

King of England from 1087 to 1100

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Lived 1060–1100, aged 40
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    1060–1100
    Aged 40
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Updated 2026-05-29

Red-haired Norman king who ran England and Normandy from 1087 to 1100, earning the nickname Rufus—probably for his hair, possibly for his complexion. Third son of the Conqueror, though Wales largely ignored his authority.

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William II was King of England from 26 September 1087 until his death in 1100, with powers over Normandy and influence in Scotland. He was less successful in extending his control into Wales. The third son of William the Conqueror, he is commonly referred to as William Rufus, perhaps because of his ruddy appearance or, more likely, because he had red hair.

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