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Rouen was well known for the production of wool and faience – glazed ceramic ware; wool was the main source of wealth for the city. The printing industry was introduced to Rouen in 1485 and influenced its cultural and economic development. Rouen became a regional centre of production by introducing a variety of books to the industry. [12]
Overview of Rouen, 1572 Map of Rouen, 1657. 5th century - Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Rouen created. [1] 586 - Prætextatus (bishop of Rouen) assassinated. [2] 841 - Town besieged by Vikings. [3] 911 - Rollo takes power. [3] 912 - Rouen becomes capital of Duchy of Normandy. [4] 1087 - Death of William the Conqueror at Priory of St Gervase. [4]
History of Rouen * Timeline of Rouen; 0–9. 2016 Rouen fire; A. Amis des monuments rouennais; H. Harelle; J. Joan of Arc; L. Lubrizol factory fire in Rouen; P. Paris ...
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From 912, Rouen was the capital of the Duchy of Normandy and residence of the local dukes, until William the Conqueror moved his residence to Caen. [7] In 1150, Rouen received its founding charter which permitted self-government. During the 12th century, Rouen was the site of a yeshiva known as La Maison Sublime.
Before World War II, the events of 1914–1918 were generally known as the Great War or simply the World War. [1] In August 1914, the magazine The Independent wrote "This is the Great War. It names itself". [2] In October 1914, the Canadian magazine Maclean's similarly wrote, "Some wars name themselves. This is the Great War."
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[4] [7] The garrison of Rouen had been reinforced by 4,000 men and there were some 16,000 civilians willing to endure a siege. [4] The defences were lined by an army of crossbow men under the command of Alain Blanchard , commander of the crossbows ( arbalétriers ), and second in command to Guy le Bouteiller , a Burgundian captain and the ...