Guillaume Longsword
Count of Normandy from 927 to 942
905 — 942
Quick Facts
Profession
Count of Normandy from 927 to 942
Born
January 1, 905
Died
942 (age ~37)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
feudatory
Born in BayeuxDied in Picquigny
905
Born in Bayeux (0905-01-01)
927
PositionDuke of Normandy (927–942)
942
Died in Picquigny
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William Longsword was the second ruler of Normandy, from 927 until his assassination in 942.
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Who is Guillaume Longsword?+
William Longsword was the second ruler of Normandy, from 927 until his assassination in 942.
What does the name Guillaume mean?+
The name Guillaume means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: From -. Wilhelm, etc.". It is of French origin.
When was Guillaume Longsword born?+
Guillaume Longsword was born on January 1, 905.
When did Guillaume Longsword die?+
Guillaume Longsword died in 942, at approximately 37 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: From -. Wilhelm, etc.
The name Guillaume is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: From -. Wilhelm, etc.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Guillaume — January 1, 905
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Respect.
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