Taillefer

Taillefer

Taillefer , fl. 1066, Norman warrior and trouvère. According to medieval chronicles and evidence in the Bayeux Tapestry, he led the Norman army at Hastings into battle, singing of Roland at Roncesvalles; he was killed in the conflict.

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Taillefer (Incisor Ferri)

Taillefer (Incisor Ferri), a minstrel in the army of William the Conqueror who is said to have marched in front of the army at Hastings, singing of the deeds of Roland to encourage the Normans.

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